Business Development Manager - Utilities & Power - National Role
Keyline | Part of Travis Perkins plc
Keyline is looking for an experienced and commercially minded Business Development Manager to lead our expansion into the Utilities & Power sector. This is a high impact role focused on developing strategic relationships with major contractors, shaping our market approach, and driving long term growth in a critical infrastructure market.
If you thrive on building partnerships, influencing at senior levels, and creating growth strategies that deliver real results, this is a standout opportunity to shape a developing area of the Keyline business.
The Role
As Business Development Manager for Utilities & Power, you will take ownership of developing and delivering the sales strategy for this sector, building strong relationships with national and regional contractors while positioning Keyline as a trusted supply partner.
You will work closely with internal stakeholders across the business to ensure a seamless service for customers while identifying new opportunities to grow market share and strengthen our presence within utilities infrastructure.
What You’ll Be Doing
Develop and implement the Utilities & Power sales strategy aligned to Keyline’s growth ambitions
Build strong, long term relationships with national and regional contractors
Lead, coach and develop a specialist hybrid utilities sales team
Collaborate with internal teams across sales, branches and leadership to deliver an outstanding customer experience
Identify new opportunities for growth across existing and prospective customers
Resolve challenges proactively by working across internal networks to improve service delivery
Align with group sales and wider stakeholders to maximise opportunities across frameworks and national accounts
Strengthen Keyline’s credibility within the utilities sector through technical knowledge and customer insight
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a strategic and commercially focused sales leader who can combine market insight with strong relationship management.
You will likely bring:
A proven track record of leading external sales teams
Experience developing and growing major contractor or tier one accounts
Strong commercial awareness and the ability to make sound business decisions
Excellent influencing and communication skills
Experience building and executing sales strategies
Strong problem solving and negotiation skills
Confidence presenting solutions and proposals to senior stakeholders
Experience within the building materials, infrastructure or utilities sectors would be advantageous.
The Person
You’ll be someone who:
Sees both the big picture and the detail
Connects people, ideas and opportunities across a complex organisation
Builds trust quickly with customers and colleagues
Is collaborative, credible and commercially astute
Spots opportunities others miss and turns them into growth
Why Join Keyline?
Keyline is the UK’s leading supplier of specialist civils, drainage and heavy building materials, supporting major infrastructure projects across the country. As part of Travis Perkins plc, we combine the backing of a national group with the agility of a specialist business.
This role offers the chance to shape our Utilities & Power proposition, influence strategy, and play a central role in building our presence in an important and growing market.
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