About The Position
Reliance Worldwide Corporation (RWC) is seeking a Domestic Business Development Manager to drive significant and sustainable growth within the domestic plumbing sector. This role will focus on identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities across the New Build, RMI (Repair, Maintenance & Improvement), and Social Housing markets. The successful candidate will proactively expand the company’s market share by building strategic partnerships, launching targeted sales initiatives, and positioning the company as the supplier of choice for innovative plumbing solutions. RWC is a global company with a strong tradition of excellence, serving markets across plumbing, heating, and construction. They are committed to making a positive, lasting impact and operate in 45 facilities across 20 countries. Their culture encourages employees to think differently, challenge the status quo, and shape the world around them, driven by values of Safety, Passion, Integrity, Reliability, and Innovation.
Requirements
- Proven track record of delivering new business growth in B2B sales, ideally within the plumbing, building products, or construction sector.
- Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to build and manage a high-value sales pipeline.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
- Results-driven, self-motivated, and resilient.
- Proficient in CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and market trends.
- Experience in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related field.
- Regular travel required to customer sites, industry events, and company offices.
- Full UK driving license required.
Nice To Haves
- Evidence of ongoing professional development is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth market analysis to identify emerging trends, customer needs, and untapped segments.
- Develop and execute a robust business development strategy to penetrate new markets and grow share in existing ones.
- Lead the creation and implementation of go-to-market plans for new products and services.
- Generate and qualify high-potential leads through networking, industry events, and proactive outreach.
- Build and nurture a strong pipeline of opportunities, ensuring consistent conversion to new accounts.
- Negotiate and close high-value deals with key decision-makers in target sectors.
- Support and co-own execution of (growth) initiatives with national Key Accounts (Retail and Wholesale) and Independent wholesale distributors.
- Establish and maintain influential relationships with developers, contractors, merchants, and social housing providers.
- Act as a trusted advisor, understanding client challenges and positioning tailored solutions to meet their needs.
- Deliver exceptional customer service to drive loyalty and long-term partnerships.
- Consistently achieve and exceed ambitious sales targets and KPIs.
- Provide accurate sales forecasts, pipeline updates, and market intelligence to senior leadership.
- Analyse sales data to identify growth opportunities and address performance gaps.
- Champion the company’s product portfolio through compelling presentations, demonstrations, and promotional campaigns.
- Organize and participate in industry exhibitions, trade shows, and customer events to raise brand awareness.
- Work closely with Marketing, Product Development, and Operations to ensure alignment of business development initiatives.
- Provide feedback on market trends, competitor activity, and customer insights to inform product innovation and strategy.
- Stay abreast of industry developments, regulatory changes, and best practices.
- Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in business development activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
