Business Development Manager

• Do you want to join a dynamic team working in a fast-growth sector?
• Do you want to make a vital contribution to the UK achieving net zero targets?

About Our Client

Ambion is a low carbon heating system for homes. The market-leading energy performance of the electrical system enables households to reduce their energy bills and their carbon emissions.
This makes Ambion's system a vital component in the decarbonisation of UK buildings, a key element in the Government's commitment to achieving net zero by 2050.Ambion can be fitted in a new home or building, or retro-fitted to replace an existing gas or electric heating system. Installation is simple and easy - no boiler, plumbing or radiator pipework is required.
Ambion's system is particularly suitable for many of the property types that are unsuitable for heat pumps, creating a significant market opportunity.Ambion has a unique technology for the control system of infrared heat panels, which is patented. Ambion is a British success story, manufacturing its system in its Yorkshire factory.
Our client is looking for a Business Development Manager for the following locations:

• North East and Scotland
• North England

Job Description

As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for: 

• Generate and develop sales of heating systems selling through regional networks, including housing associations, Local Authorities, Councils, landlords, developers, house builders, installers, specifiers, architects and energy consultants.
• Key Target market focus of Social Housing, Councils, Developers and House builders
• Provide solution packages with an in-depth understanding of customer's needs, usages, and installation environments
• Managing existing customer base and forming solid relationships
• Work with technical support to create compelling installation plans
• Generate and respond to RFI, RFQ, and RFP requested from customers (with the help of a sales support team)
• New product introductions, find and build up business opportunities

The Successful Applicant

• Previous experience of working in the heating or electrical systems sector would be advantageous.
• Proven track record of selling to social housing, Local Authorities and Councils, both directly and through installers, specifiers, architects and consultants
• Relevant knowledge and experience of construction related products
• Excellent communication skills including negotiation and influencing skills
• Excellent network in sector and connections with key decision makers
• Highly focused on business targets
• Excellent team worker, self-driven and self-motivated
• Must possess a strong business acumen to understand and deliver the long-term goals of Ambion
• Has the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks
• Highly focused and capable of sustaining a fast pace in a dynamic environment
• Experience of using a CRM system such as Salesforce or Microsoft 365.
• Good judgement - able to make practical and realistic decisions within scope of responsibility

What's on Offer

• £55,000 - £60,000
• Car Allowance
• 25 days Annual Leave (+ Public Holidays)

Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.

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