A national group of market-leading wholesale and distribution businesses is looking for a proactive and commercially-minded Business Manager to take the reins of a successful operation in Colchester.Whether you''re an experienced Branch/General/Business Manager with a track record of running a profitable B2B operation, or a strong salesperson with leadership potential looking to take the next step in your career, this is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of your own business unit within a well-established and supportive group.Role ResponsibilitiesAs a Business Manager, you will:Develop and maintain relationships with both new and existing B2B customersBe responsible for the running of the entire business, including full PandL, managing and mentoring employees, driving sales, marketing, logistics and purchasingEnsure the achievement of set targets and objectivesDrive sales growth by identifying opportunities to develop company performance and revenueRewardsAs a Business Manager, you will receive:A starting salary up to 55,000 (negotiable depending on experience)An uncapped profit share bonus based on your performanceHigh-spec company carOptional membership of the excellent company pension schemeThe opportunity to build a career with a large and successful nationwide groupRequirements To be successful in this role, you should:Be either a proven manager with PandL responsibility, or a high-performing salesperson ready to step up into a leadership roleHave experience with