Automotive Sales & Business Development Lead

Comton Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm in the Midlands is seeking an experienced Sales / Business Development professional. This role focuses on identifying new business within the automotive sector while managing existing customer relationships. Candidates should have a strong sales background in the automotive industry, experience with OEMs, and excellent negotiation skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000 plus bonuses and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Opportunity for long-term career progression

Autonomy to develop key sectors

Qualifications

• Experience dealing with OEMs, Tier 1, and Tier 2 suppliers is required.
• Proven experience in developing new business and managing customer relationships.
• Self-driven approach with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Identify, target, and develop new business opportunities.
• Manage and grow existing OEM and Tier 1 / Tier 2 customer accounts.
• Prepare and deliver sales proposals and presentations.

Skills

Proven sales or business development experience within the automotive industry

Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills

Ability to manage long sales cycles and complex projects

Confident communicator

Job description

A well-established engineering firm in the Midlands is seeking an experienced Sales / Business Development professional. This role focuses on identifying new business within the automotive sector while managing existing customer relationships. Candidates should have a strong sales background in the automotive industry, experience with OEMs, and excellent negotiation skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000 plus bonuses and opportunities for career advancement.