Job Title: Business Development Director - Catering Business Overview OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with a turnover of £1.7bn and 50,000 colleagues.
We deliver innovative, award-winning services to the public and private sectors and our mission is to make people and places the best they can be.
Working at OCS is more than just a job; it's an amazing opportunity to begin or expand your career in Facilities Management.
OCS has an ambition to become an 'Employer of choice' in our sector and is proud to invest in our colleague's personal and professional development.
OCS provides our colleagues with opportunities to gain qualifications through funded development programmes aligned to the knowledge, skills and behaviours attached to their roles.
Role Overview We are currently recruiting for a dynamic Business Development Director to join our passionate and driven Catering team with a UK wide remit on a full time/permanent basis Key Responsibilities: Business research via CRM database Pipeline and prospect base development Contacting potential new business clients, understanding their needs with a view to booking meetings Meeting and exceeding appointments and sales targets Diarising and maintaining up-to-date records on the CRM database Building effective relationships with prospective clients and Business Development Teams Identifying new business opportunities Leading the tender process from start to finish Closing the deal in line with the company business governance process Working closely with operational colleagues to maximise new business opportunities and retain existing customers in line with the divisional strategy About You: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK An ability to influence, encourage confidence and win new business A proven track record of sales ideally within the Catering sector Meeting and exceeding targets Experience in data management and research Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written You are a true team player; you will thrive in a collaborative environment You are tenacious, engaging and ambitious Previous experience in a Contract Catering Sales working environment would be an advantage National role with travel/overnight stays depending on the business needs