Business Development Manager

Description Role Introduction: Applegreen is in a rapid growth phase and is seeking to onboard a Business Development Manager who will be responsible for growing the dealer network and delivering the budgeted sales and margins within an allocated region. This role will form part of the Dealer Network team and reports to the Dealer Manager. It is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to excel. The successful candidate will be a confident people person who can fit into Applegreen seamlessly and adopt a hands-on approach to their role. Key Responsibilities: As Applegreen expands, the responsibilities will evolve and change over time. The core responsibilities will centre around the following areas: Sales – Achieve budgeted targets, identify, and pursue new business opportunities Customer Focus – Ensure customer satisfaction through developing strong business relationships with all dealers Strategy/Business planning – Completion and ownership of a business plan for your region which aligns with the overall dealer strategy. The Candidate should have the following: Qualifications, Experience & Skills Previous Regional management experience Minimum 3 years post qualification experience, within the fuel industry desired but not necessary. High proficiency in all Microsoft Office software also essential (Excel, PPT) Strong academics, business related Degree an advantage. Experience in a high-volume retail environment preferred Strong record of driving sales. Achieving new business targets in a competitive environment. Ability to develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders Strong Negotiation and communication skills Strong organisational and problem-solving skills Strong work ethic A network of contacts and relationships with the dealer and forecourt sector Proven commercial acumen Additional Key Skills & Attributes: A dynamic individual who adapts well to change and can thrive in a rapidly growing organisation that continues to evolve. Proven track record of delivering to tight deadlines. A highly organised individual with ability to plan and prioritise workloads effectively for maximum impact and adapt around changing priorities as required. Ability to execute directly at high quality and pace. Excellent drive, enthusiasm and commitment and a keen interest in developing a career in Applegreen. A ‘can do’ attitude and a positive solution focused mindset. Demonstrate strong analytical capability to interpret and challenge data and to interrogate financial systems. Has strong commercial acumen and a focus on delivering value to the business. Exceptional interpersonal skills, and ability to engage and develop relationships with individuals at all levels of the organisation. Be a self-starter, and also be able to work collaboratively as a member of a highly interdependent team across many parts of Applegreen. Is resilient and calm under pressure. Has sound judgement and objective logical decision-making skills. Has strong leadership potential and management skills, who will be a role model for the people and culture at Applegreen. Willing to travel ad hoc. Clean full driver’s license