Business Development Manager

TieTalent; Basingstoke; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturer is seeking a Business Development Manager with expertise in mechanical engineering components and flow control products. The successful candidate will manage key accounts, drive sales in South England, and engage with demanding process industries. A strong technical background and proven sales experience are required, along with a dynamic and commercially savvy approach to business development.

Benefits

Executive high-spec company car or generous car allowance

Bonus OTE £65,000+

Excellent executive benefits

Qualifications

• Proven track record in technical sales within industrial markets.
• Strong technical background in engineering or scientific discipline.
• Experience in fluid handling and flow control preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead sales initiatives and business development efforts.
• Manage existing key accounts and acquire new clients.
• Provide technical advice and support to customers.

Skills

Technical sales

Fluid handling

Flow control

Corrosion-resistant materials

Education

Degree in engineering or science

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a Business Development Manager with expertise in Mechanical Engineering Components, Flow Control Products, and Fluid Handling. The role involves selling valves, pumps, mixers, actuators, and corrosion-resistant products to demanding process industries such as water treatment, chemical processing, aerospace, military, marine, nuclear, logistics, and data centers.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in technical sales within industrial markets, with a strong technical background in engineering or a scientific discipline. Experience in fluid handling, flow control, and corrosion-resistant materials is preferred. Previous sales experience in the chemicals, petrochemicals, water, or water purification sectors is advantageous.

Package and Location

• Basic salary between £45,000 - £55,000
• Executive high-spec company car or generous car allowance
• Bonus OTE £65,000+
• Excellent executive benefits
• Home-based role covering areas south of Birmingham, including Birmingham, Leicester, Northampton, Bristol, Cambridge, Basingstoke, Southampton, Reading, Swindon, London, etc.

Company Overview

Our client is a leading global manufacturer renowned for innovative flow control products, serving industries such as water treatment, chemical processing, aerospace, military, and more. They provide outstanding technical support, R&D facilities, and bespoke product solutions, emphasizing quality, longevity, and cost-effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Lead sales initiatives and business development efforts
• Manage existing key accounts and acquire new clients
• Provide technical advice and support to customers, positioning yourself as an industry expert
• Drive growth in the South of England market

Ideal Candidate

• Dynamic, innovative, and commercially savvy
• Strong technical background in engineering or science
• Experience in fluid handling and flow control sales
• Knowledge of corrosion-resistant materials and applications in chemical or water industries
• Ability to work independently and as part of a global team

Application Process

Please click the apply button or contact Mercury Hampton directly. We aim to respond to all successful applicants within two working days.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Sales and Business Development experience
• Engineering knowledge
• Rapid Prototyping familiarity

Work Experience

• Business Developer / Sales Development Representative

Languages

• English