Business Development Manager

Business Development Representative (Confidential)
Bracknell (Hybrid)
Graduate / Junior Sales Opportunity
UK Coverage

John Charles Search is currently partnered with a well-established global software and warehouse optimisation business to recruit a Graduate Business Development Representative based out of their Bracknell office.

This is an excellent opportunity for a bright, commercially minded graduate or junior sales professional looking to build a long-term career within the warehouse automation, intralogistics, and supply chain technology sector. The role offers exposure across both sales and marketing functions while supporting business development activity across the UK.

The Opportunity

* This position is designed as a genuine entry point into technical B2B sales and business development, with clear progression opportunities into:

* The business is looking for someone with energy, confidence, curiosity, and a willingness to learn;

* industry experience is less important than personality and commercial potential.

Key Responsibilities

* Generate and qualify new business opportunities across UK & EMEA markets

* Utilise outbound prospecting and lead generation tools such as Apollo

* Research target accounts and identify relevant decision-makers

* Set up first-time appointments for senior sales leadership

* Follow up inbound enquiries, trade show leads, and marketing campaigns

* Support ongoing sales and marketing initiatives/events

* Work closely with senior commercial leadership on customer engagement activity

* Maintain CRM and prospecting activity records

* Develop knowledge of warehouse automation, software, ecommerce, retail, and fulfilment sectors

Ideal Candidate Profile

* Graduate calibre or 1–3 years’ commercial experience

* Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills

* Social media and technology-savvy

* Highly organised and proactive

* Commercially aware with a strong interest in sales/business development

* Comfortable speaking with businesses and building relationships

* Motivated by progression and career development

* Experience in SDR, BDR, recruitment, marketing, retail, customer service, or outbound sales environments would be advantageous

Working Environment

* Hybrid working structure• 3 days per week in the Bracknell office (Monday, Tuesday & Thursday)

* Collaborative and supportive commercial team environment

* Strong mentorship and training from experienced sales leadership

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact John Charles Search
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed