Commercial Manager - North

Company overview

BioGains are a habitat bank operator, Responsible Body and provider of nature based solutions to a wide array of organisations. With the first habitat bank on the national register and more following since, BioGains are now looking to roll out a nationwide provision of high integrity habitat banks to service the Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) market. In addition to the commitment of creating our own habitat banks, BioGains are now exploring multiple exciting opportunities opened up following our Responsible Body status granted by DEFRA and the growing nature solutions market.

A small but fast-growing company operating in an exciting new marketplace, BioGains has the benefit of being backed by Origin Enterprises PLC. Origin are a company focused on sustainable land use with group companies able to support BioGains with ecological consulting and contracting as well as the provision of key supplies such as tree whips, tree guards and wildflower seed.

Position overview

This is an opportunity to join a pioneering company in the early stages of what is set to be an amazing journey. With a strong foothold in the market and the support in place to grow, BioGains is looking to be a major player in the biodiversity and nature solutions market.

To aid our growth we are looking for a Commercial Manager North to help with a variety of day-to-day commercial functions as well as someone who is capable of contributing to strategy and looking at the bigger picture.

With a clear initial focus on new land, sales and marketing this position will look to help establish new habitat banks, maximise routes to market, manage new and existing client relationships and be involved in the strategy and implementation of new sales and marketing mechanisms. As part of a small close-knit team this role will involve a willingness to contribute to a number of commercial activities, often using initiative and a desire to help grow the role and the organisation.

Core role functions

• Seeking out new land opportunities for Habitat Banks
• Providing accurate quotes in a timely manner
• Track market pricing & activity feeding results into on-going sales strategy
• Pursuing new sales opportunities & managing existing client relationships
• Work with our marketing agencies to maximise online reach & return on investment
• Seek, assess and implement offline marketing opportunities & initiatives
• Help complete national register allocations and updating internal systems
• Assist in investigating new commercial opportunities
• Help source and manage contractors and suppliers delivering habitat works
• Update budgets and internal reporting systems

Essential skills & experience

• Be able to demonstrate successful delivery of commercial activities in a professional environment for a period of 2 or more years
• Be a strong communicator who is confident to talk to strangers on the phone or alone in person
• A team player who can demonstrate the ability to collaborate as well as work under their own initiative
• A professional persona with drive and ambition
• Be able to demonstrate an ability to work efficiently with self-discipline
• A full driving licence

Desired skills & experience

• A track record of entrepreneurial spirit
• An established understanding of BNG
• Experience of working in natural capital markets

Salary & benefits

• A salary to match your experience & ability
• A 5% pension contribution
• Flexible working hours and pattern
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• A chance to make a difference, being part of an organisation that is directly creating and restoring much needed habitats

BioGains are an equal opportunities employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. Full equality & diversity policy available on request.

Applications should be sent to: info@bio-gains.co.uk