BDM Lead

Posted 5 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in United Kingdom
Remote
Mid level
Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Lead territory sales and business development in Pulp & Paper and Water Treatment. Develop and execute growth plans, win new accounts, manage CRM pipeline, set pricing for profitability, collaborate cross-functionally, model ROI, ensure customer satisfaction, and review safety/process improvements.
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Lead Business Development Manager

At Diversey - A Solenis Company, we are the pioneer, the facilitator of our clients in a wide range of industries around the globe. We do this with our revolutionary cleaning and hygiene technologies - such as floor care machines, cleaning tools & utensils, and chemicals for Food & Beverage industry.

We’re looking for an ambitious Sales Professional to expand market penetration, win new business, and deliver measurable value across a defined territory. If you thrive on building relationships, uncovering opportunities, and driving growth, this role puts you at the centre of meaningful, high‑impact work.

What You’ll Do

You’ll take ownership of a territory or customer base with the mission to grow revenue, strengthen customer relationships, and capture competitively held business. Your responsibilities include:

  • Business Development Strategy — Develop and execute annual business development plans aligned with growth objectives.
  • Cross‑Functional Collaboration — Work closely with Corporate Accounts, Marketing, Pricing, and Applications teams to understand market needs and customer requirements.
  • New Business Acquisition — Identify, pursue, and close new opportunities, including ROI modelling and value‑delivery documentation.
  • Sales Funnel Management — Maintain an accurate, prioritised pipeline in our CRM system to ensure visibility and focus on key opportunities.
  • Account Profitability — Manage pricing to maximise account performance.
  • Customer Satisfaction — Build strong, lasting relationships that drive retention and sustainable growth.
  • Safety & Process Review — Continuously evaluate applications and procedures to identify safety improvements.

What Success Looks Like

You’ll excel in this role if you:

  • Bring a hunter mindset with the discipline to manage both new and existing business.
  • Are energised by competitive markets and motivated by clear growth targets.
  • Can translate technical solutions into compelling commercial value.
  • Thrive in a collaborative environment where teamwork drives results.

What You Bring

  • Relevant sales or technical experience
  • A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
  • Strong communication, planning, and relationship‑building skills.
  • A passion for solving customer problems and delivering measurable value.

At Diversey, we have a culture with focus on diversity, inclusion, well-being, flexibility and orderliness - where we respect each other, where we as a company have employed the whole person, and where there is room for and understanding of the whole person.

We value the great importance of a good social environment, and we prioritize a safe working environment where you can feel safe and comfortable.

We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We offer attractive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and abundant opportunities for professional growth and development. If you're passionate about working for a world-class company and enjoy tackling complex challenges, we invite you to consider joining our team.

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

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Skills Required

  • Relevant sales or technical experience in industrial, chemical, or water-related sectors
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
  • Proven ability to develop and execute business development plans and ROI/value documentation
  • Experience managing a sales pipeline in a CRM and maintaining accurate opportunity data
  • Strong communication, planning, and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to manage pricing and account profitability
  • Commitment to safety and ability to evaluate/improve processes and applications

Solenis Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Solenis and has not been reviewed or approved by Solenis.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage includes medical, dental and vision options, and a 90/10 plan is available in at least one location. Wellness tools and plan variety indicate competitive medical support.
  • Retirement Support Retirement programs include a 401(k) with employer match and tenure-linked contributions, alongside company-funded pension elements in some regions. These components suggest meaningful long-term savings support.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Wellbeing initiatives span physical, emotional, social and financial health via a global EAP and a wellness platform with activity-based rewards. Site-specific amenities such as gyms, recreation and creche services further reinforce lifestyle support.

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The Company
Wilmington, DE
5,522 Employees
Year Founded: 1907

What We Do

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree, recognized four years in a row. For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media

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