Business Development Manager

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car provided

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd in Crawley, West Sussex, is recruiting a Business Development Manager to nurture and grow a B2B automotive and fleet sales portfolio across Sussex and beyond. You will manage existing commercial accounts and win new business, supported by a competitive package and professional team.

The role offers a basic salary of £36,400 with uncapped OTE around £65,000, a company car, and a Monday–Friday pattern from 08:00 to 18:00.

Qualifications

• Experience in B2B automotive sales or corporate/fleet sales.
• Proven ability to identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Strong communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Target-driven with ability to manage a busy sales pipeline.

Responsibilities

• Generate, develop and manage a strong pipeline of B2B, corporate and fleet sales opportunities.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with existing commercial customers.
• Identify new business opportunities across fleet operators, corporate accounts and local businesses.
• Conduct customer needs analysis and present tailored vehicle and fleet solutions.
• Negotiate commercial agreements to achieve positive outcomes for customers and the business.
• Consistently achieve and exceed monthly and annual sales targets; work closely with sales and aftersales colleagues.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and provide regular pipeline and performance reports.
• Represent the business professionally at client meetings, events and networking opportunities.

Skills

B2B automotive sales

Corporate sales

Fleet sales

Commercial account management

Negotiation

Client relationship building

CRM experience

Tools

CRM software

Job description

We are recruiting a Business Development Manager for our established car dealer group in Crawley, West Sussex. This is an excellent Business Development Manager opportunity for an experienced B2B automotive, corporate, fleet sales or commercial account management professional to develop valuable customer relationships and grow revenue across Sussex and beyond.

As a Business Development Manager, you will manage existing commercial accounts while identifying and securing new business opportunities with fleet operators, corporate clients and local businesses. Your success will be supported by a competitive package and a professional working environment.

• Basic salary of £36,400
• Uncapped OTE of £65,000
• Company car provided
• Monday-to-Friday working pattern covering 08:00 to 18:00 opening hours
• Opportunity to develop a high-value B2B and fleet customer portfolio
• Support from experienced sales and aftersales teams
• Strong potential to build long-term commercial relationships and increase revenue

Duties

• Generate, develop and manage a strong pipeline of B2B, corporate and fleet sales opportunities
• Build and maintain effective relationships with existing commercial customers
• Identify new business opportunities across fleet operators, corporate accounts and local businesses
• Conduct customer needs analysis and present tailored vehicle and fleet solutions
• Negotiate commercial agreements to achieve positive outcomes for customers and the business
• Consistently achieve and exceed monthly and annual sales targetsWork closely with sales and aftersales colleagues to deliver an excellent customer experience
• Maintain accurate CRM records and provide regular pipeline and performance reports
• Represent the business professionally at client meetings, events and networking opportunities

Requirements

• Proven experience in B2B automotive sales, corporate sales, fleet sales, leasing sales, business development or commercial account management
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of customer needs and sales processes
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills
• A confident, professional and target-focused approach
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy sales pipeline
• Full UK driving licence
• Previous experience as a Business Development Manager is advantageous, although relevant B2B sales experience will be considered

This Business Development Manager role offers excellent earning potential, a company car and the opportunity to grow commercial business within a high-profile automotive group.