Business Development Manager

Location: Hybrid (Oakham Head Office but UK Based)
Salary: Up to £50,000 + Uncapped Commission + Company Car/Allowance + Benefits

Interaction Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a highly successful and growing private label home furnishings business who are looking to appoint an ambitious and driven Business Development Manager to join their team.

With an impressive global presence and a turnover of over $35 million, this is an exciting time to join the business as they continue to expand their customer base, market reach, and revenue streams.

This newly created role offers a fantastic opportunity for a commercially driven Business Development Manager to make a real impact. You will have the opportunity to shape the role, bring fresh ideas, and help take the business to the next level.

The successful candidate will be a true hunter, someone who thrives on winning new business, building relationships, and identifying opportunities within the home furnishings, retail supply, or private label sectors.

With an established pipeline of opportunities and existing leads to work from, you will have the tools and support needed to hit the ground running from day one.

The Role

As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for driving new business growth across the UK initially, developing relationships with key customers, and identifying opportunities to expand the company’s market presence.

Working closely with senior leadership and internal teams, you will play a key role in shaping commercial strategy and developing long-term customer partnerships.

This is a role where the world really is your oyster — with the company’s global relationships and ambitions, there is scope for the successful candidate to eventually develop international partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within target markets.
• Proactively pursue and secure new customers and revenue streams.
• Manage and develop relationships with existing and prospective customers.
• Deliver product presentations and tailored solutions to potential customers.
• Research market trends, customer requirements, and competitor activity.
• Prepare commercial proposals, pricing packages, and solutions.
• Track and report on key sales metrics including conversion rates, revenue performance, and customer acquisition.
• Work closely with internal teams including sales, operations, and factories to deliver exceptional customer solutions.
• Attend customer meetings, trade shows, and factory visits when required.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on account performance, opportunities, and growth plans.
• Bring fresh ideas and innovative approaches to support continued business growth.

About You

We are looking for an ambitious and commercially focused Business Development Manager who is passionate about sales and hungry for success.

You will be someone who enjoys opening doors, building relationships, and winning new business. You will have the confidence to operate independently while becoming a key part of the wider team.

Essential Experience:

• Proven experience in a Business Development, Sales, or Commercial role.
• Strong track record of winning new business and developing customer relationships.
• Experience within home furnishings, furniture, retail supply, private label, consumer goods, or a related industry.
• A proactive "hunter" mentality with a genuine appetite for sales growth.
• Strong commercial understanding, including pricing, margins, and sales performance.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage your own workload and prioritise effectively.
• Confident presenting products and solutions to customers.

Desirable Experience:

• Existing network of contacts within retail, home furnishings, or private label markets.
• Experience working with international customers or global supply chains.
• Experience attending trade shows and customer events.

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful business at an exciting stage of growth.

The company truly values its people, with many employees enjoying 11+ years' service, reflecting the supportive culture and long-term opportunities available.

You will be joining a business that offers autonomy, trust, and the opportunity to make a genuine commercial impact.

Benefits Include:

• Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience.
• Uncapped commission scheme.
• Hybrid working.
• Company car or car allowance.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Company sick pay after probation.
• Gym membership.
• Company pension.
• Company credit card.
• Mobile phone and laptop.
• Home office equipment/setup if required.
• Opportunity to develop UK and international markets.

If you are an ambitious Business Development Manager looking for a role where you can truly make your mark, this could be the opportunity you have been waiting for.

Please apply now or give us a call for a confidential chat 01733 558877

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Contact information

Kara Wright