Business Development Manager

Riverside Resourcing & Consultancy Ltd.; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Pension scheme

Staff discounts

Accredited training

Cycle to work scheme

Life insurance

Job summary

Sandown Motor Group is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive fleet sales for its new Omoda Jaecoo operation in Guildford. You will build partnerships with corporate clients, leasing companies and brokers, guiding opportunities from first contact to handover, while ensuring FCA compliance and exceptional service.

The role offers a competitive salary with a £40,000 base and OTE £80,000, a company car, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in fleet sales and corporate client management.
• Experience in negotiating with leasing companies and brokers.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Grow fleet sales by expanding partnerships with key business channels.
• Act as brand ambassador for Omoda and Jaecoo across meetings, events and fleet engagements.
• Prepare tailored fleet proposals, quotations and contracts in line with customer requirements.
• Ensure FCA and company compliance in all sales activities.
• Maintain accurate records and manage delivery/handover scheduling.

Skills

Fleet sales

Relationship management

Brand ambassador

Negotiation

Customer service

Job description

A brand-new opportunity has arisen with Sandown Motor Group for an experienced Business Development Manager at their brand-new Omoda Jaecoo business in Guildford.

The Company

Sandown Motor Group has over 30 years of experience, selling and servicing prestige cars, and has recently incorporated the Omoda Jaecoo brand within its business. A privately owned group, their simple goal is to deliver the most outstanding service from each of their sites in Guildford, Basingstoke, Poole, Dorchester, Salisbury, Newbury, Hindhead and Epsom.

The Role

The successful candidate will play a key role in driving the growth of Omoda Jaecoo’s fleet sales, building strong relationships with corporate clients, leasing companies, brokers and rental partners while acting as a knowledgeable brand ambassador for both Brands.

You will proactively generate new business opportunities, respond to enquiries, prepare tailored proposals, and guide customers through the full sales journey—from product demonstrations and test drives to negotiation and handover. With responsibility for delivering exceptional customer service, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring full compliance with FCA and Company standards, this role offers the chance to influence fleet performance, collaborate across departments, and contribute to Sandown’s long‑term success in a dynamic and rapidly evolving market.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Increase sales by proactively expanding and strengthening partnerships with key business channels. This includes identifying new opportunities, nurturing long-term relationships, and positioning our fleet solutions as the preferred choice across all partner segments.
• Act as a brand specialist for Omoda and Jaecoo, delivering product briefings, demonstrations, and in-depth explanations of features, technology, safety systems, and EV capability.
• Represent the brands confidently in customer meetings, events, and fleet sector engagements.
• Plan and manage a programme of sales activities to achieve agreed objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the fleet sector.
• Prepare fleet quotations, tenders and tailored proposals in line with customer requirements.
• Oversee completion of sales documentation, finance agreements, leasing contracts and service packages in line with compliance requirements.
• Manage delivery arrangements and handover scheduling.
• Maintain accurate customer records, management reporting and follow-up systems.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and FCA regulatory requirements.

On Offer

Salary: £40,000 basic OTE £80,000 plus company vehicle

Hours of work

Monday – Friday: 08.30 – 18.00 with a one‑hour unpaid break. Total: 42.5 hours per week.

Applicants will be expected to be immaculately attired as is befitting the Sandown Group and must hold a full driving licence as travelling to all sites will be a requirement of the role.

• Highly competitive salary and commission package
• Accredited training and qualifications that cover the latest technology, including hybrid and electric cars.
• Up to 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension Scheme with employer contributions
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life Insurance Policy
• Staff Discounts – MOT’s and Repair
• Staff Retail Purchase Scheme
• Company Car