Hurst Stores & Interiors has been delivering high-quality interior fit-out and refurbishment projects for >50 years, with a strong focus on timely delivery and long-term client relationships. The company’s client base includes leading high street and retail brands.
Business Development Manager (Bradford)
We’re looking for a Business Development Manager who takes a proactive approach to identifying and pursuing new business opportunities across the retail, leisure, education, and workspace sectors. You’ll focus on generating and developing opportunities for interior fit-out and refurbishment projects, building strong relationships, and driving growth through your own initiative and commercial insight. Day-to-day responsibilities include researching and qualifying leads, building and maintaining client relationships, preparing and delivering proposals and presentations, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure offerings meet client needs. The role involves managing a sales pipeline, negotiating commercial terms, tracking market trends, and contributing to revenue forecasts and business planning. The Business Development Manager will also represent Hurst at client meetings, industry events, and site visits to support growth and brand visibility.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in business development, sales, or account management within construction, interiors, retail fit-out, or related sectors.
- Strong skills in prospecting, lead qualification, pipeline management, and closing deals to meet or exceed sales targets.
- Ability to build and sustain long-term client relationships, with excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Solid commercial awareness, including understanding of pricing, margins, contract terms, and competitive positioning.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare proposals and present to clients at different levels.
- Collaborative approach to working with design, operations, and project delivery teams to align solutions with client requirements.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple opportunities and deadlines.
- Comfortable using CRM systems and office software (Microsoft 365) for reporting and tracking activity.
- Knowledge of interior fit-out, refurbishment processes, or bespoke joinery and related services is highly beneficial.
What we offer
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Company car
- Performance-related bonus scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Additional annual leave entitlement for long service, up to a maximum of 30 days
- Company pension scheme
To be considered for this opportunity, please forward your cover letter and CV to [email protected]
Work Location: In person
