Business Development & Sales Specialist - i2i Recruitment Consultancy : Job Details

Business Development & Sales SpecialistHybrid - Cirencester & Calne - Wiltshire

Are you an experienced business development professional with a strong network in NHS procurement, pharmaceutical wholesalers, and online pharmacy retailers? This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a fast-growing and innovative medical technology company, driving market growth for a cutting-edge healthcare product.

What the role involves

• Leverage NHS procurement contacts to secure contracts and listings within NHS Supply Chain, NHS Trusts, Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs), and Integrated Care Systems (ICSs).
• Navigate NHS tendering processes, procurement frameworks, and supply chain requirements to ensure seamless product adoption.
• Work closely with hospital purchasing teams, primary care networks (PCNs), and community pharmacies to drive product uptake.
• Secure large-scale product distribution through major pharmaceutical wholesalers.
• Identify and engage online pharmacy retailers to establish direct-to-consumer (DTC) and prescription- based sales channels.
• Work with private healthcare providers, retail pharmacy chains, and distributor networks to maximise product reach.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to expand market share across NHS and private healthcare sectors.
• Lead sales efforts, from prospecting to closing high-value contracts.
• Conduct product training and demonstrations for procurement teams, pharmacy buyers, and healthcare professionals.
• Work closely with internal teams, including marketing, product development, and logistics, to align sales and distribution strategies.
• Provide market intelligence and feedback to refine sales approaches and improve product positioning.

What you will bring

• Proven experience in business development or sales within the medical devices, pharmaceutical, or healthcare sectors.
• Established industry relationships within NHS procurement, pharmaceutical wholesalers, and online pharmacy retailers.
• Strong understanding of NHS tendering, procurement frameworks, and supply chain operations.
• Experience working with major pharmaceutical distributors, hospital procurement teams, and healthcare e- commerce platforms.
• Ability to independently identify, develop, and close large-scale sales opportunities.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and adaptable to a fast-paced commercial environment.
• Full UK driver’s licence.
• Interest in health and wellness.

Benefits and further information

• Basis: Permanent
• Salary: £40,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Incentive Packages (to be discussed)
• Working Pattern: Hybrid - Cirencester & Calne, Wiltshire
• Career Growth: Professional development and long-term opportunities in a growing business

Interested? Send your most up-to-date CV to Jade at i2i Recruitment today!

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