National Development Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 19 March 2026
LOCATION
Field Based
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£65,000 / year
CATEGORY
Sales & Marketing
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SKILLS

Sales Business Development Client Engagement Proposal Management Waste and Recycling Logistics Financial Acumen

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Strategy and Integration

Field based

Field Based

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National Development Manager

£60,000 to £65,000 per annum plus £5,688 per annum car allowance, bonus and benefits.

Our reputation as the UK’s largest newspaper and magazine wholesaler speaks for itself. Every day, we serve more than 22,000  customers from 34 distribution centres across the country. Behind every nightly miracle is a team of dedicated people carrying out more roles than you realise – we’re the unseen force that delivers. So when we say we’re excited for what the future holds for our customers and colleagues, you can trust we’re as good as our word.

Reporting to the Recycle MD, this role is key to enabling the development of our Recycle Proposition with large organisations. The individual will work with various external partners, potential clients and business partners. There will be a requirement for extensive cross functional collaboration within the core business, both in operations and functional areas and the role will focus on maintaining and developing opportunities with new and developing clients, which utilise the [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Recycle network capability and capacity.

About the role

Actively support in marketing our propositions and developing capabilities in addition to on boarding  new customers to maximise the [Employer hidden] Recycle network and storage capabilities.

Business Development: Build and manage a robust pipeline of commercial opportunities, focusing on Corporates, Nationals and Multi’s aligned with [Employer hidden] Recycle’s strategic priorities.

Client Engagement: Develop compelling financial and environmental value propositions that clearly differentiate [Employer hidden] Recycle from competitors.

Proposal Management: Lead the preparation of high-quality proposals and tender submissions, ensuring each is tailored to client needs and demonstrates a clear case for change.

Sales Process Ownership: Deliver persuasive presentations and manage the full sales cycle from initial contact through to contract signature and mobilisation.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams including finance, operations, mobilisation, and customer service to ensure seamless on boarding and delivery.

Market Intelligence & Networking: Actively network within key industry sectors and stay informed on market trends, regulatory changes, and sustainability targets. 

Marketing Alignment: Collaborate with the marketing team to execute targeted campaigns using digital and social media channels to engage prospective clients.

Governance & Compliance: Ensure all commercial activity adheres to internal governance frameworks and delegated authority protocols.

What we can offer you

Not only do we offer free onsite parking, 4x salary life assurance and 5% match pension but you’ll also have access to:

£5,688 per annum car allowance

Company bonus

Company funded Health Cash Plan – providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy

25 days holiday plus holiday buy scheme

24/7 E-Learning modules, Training and Development opportunities

Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash plan

Private medical insurance

Colleague Assistance Programme & Colleague referral scheme

About you

Consistent track record of exceeding sales targets, successfully tendering with large, Corporate organisations, and delivering multi-site recycling and logistics solutions. The ideal candidate will be adept at engaging both internal and external stakeholders to drive commercial success.

You will bring a strong level of financial acumen and bid writing expertise, with the ability to identify and capitalise on new business opportunities. Your experience in developing, managing, and nurturing strategic business relationships will be key to your success in this role.

Previous experience within the waste and recycling industry is essential, along with a solid understanding of private sector procurement processes. A background in logistics and commercial operations within large businesses will be highly advantageous

Please note: you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.

A career with us is a career filled with people, pride, and passion. We rely on each other to get the job done, and we deliver what we say we will. Let’s see if we can rely on you, too. Apply now.

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