Business Development Manager

Glen Callum Associates Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Car allowance

Pension

Career development

Job summary

Glen Callum Associates is partnering with a global OEM to recruit a Business Development Manager for Automotive Aftermarket channels. Based in the UK, you will build and nurture a broad distributor network across Passenger Car and Commercial Vehicle sectors, engaging motor factors, buying groups and distributors.

You will apply hands-on aftermarket experience, excel at cross-level communication, and travel regionally to strengthen relationships, achieve targets and drive growth for a leading OE

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in the Automotive Aftermarket.
• Ability to communicate at all levels—from boardroom discussions to garage workshop.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong people skills to build relationships and sell concepts effectively.
• Highly organised and tenacious with a solid work ethic.
• Flexibility to travel across the region, including overnight stays when needed.
• Smart in appearance, punctual, and able to make excellent first impressions.

Responsibilities

• Build, support and strengthen a UK Distributor Network.
• Influence key players across Aftermarket channels.
• Engage with Motor Factors, ITG Buying Groups and Distributors across Passenger Car and Commercial Vehicle sectors.
• Travel regionally to nurture relationships and drive growth.

Skills

Account Management

Sales

Automotive Aftermarket

Communication

Relationship Building

Organization

Travel Flexibility

Professional Appearance

OEM Ambition

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Business Development Manager - Automotive Aftermarket Channels

Are you ready to take the wheel and drive your career forward? We're partnering with a globally recognised OE manufacturer to hire a Key Account Manager / Business Development Manager with proven experience in the Automotive Aftermarket. Your mission? To build, support and strengthen an expansive UK Distributor Network while influencing key players across the entire Aftermarket industry. This is your opportunity to shape relationships with large Motor Factors, ITG Buying Groups, and Aftermarket Distributors across both the Passenger Car Aftermarket and Commercial Vehicle Aftermarket verticals.

Ideal Location: Birmingham / Manchester / Leeds / Nottingham / Derby / Leicester / Coventry

Salary guide: Good Basic (guide c.£40k- £50k) + Bonus + Car Allowance + Pension

Our Perfect Fit

You’ll have hands‑on experience in the Automotive Aftermarket, possibly as a Sales Representative, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager or Key Account Manager, with a strong understanding of parts distribution and supply chains, from suppliers through distribution to end user / repairer networks.

Key Skills You’ll Bring

• Experience in Account Management and Sales within the Automotive Aftermarket.
• An ability to communicate at all levels—from boardroom discussions to garage workshop.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong people skills to build relationships and sell concepts effectively.
• Highly organised and tenacious with a solid work ethic.
• Flexibility to travel across the region, including overnight stays when needed.
• Smart in appearance, punctual, and able to make excellent first impressions.
• Ambition to work with a global OEM Manufacturer in the Automotive Aftermarket.

What We’re Offering

• A chance to grow your career with a great Automotive OEM producer.
• Competitive salary package with bonuses, car allowance, pension, and personal development opportunities including career advancement.

Ready to Apply?

We’re hiring now, so don’t miss out! To apply, send your CV detailing how your experience matches our requirements along with your location and salary expectations.

For an informal chat, call Glen Shepherd on 07977 266309. Online interviews and questions are being handled by our exclusive recruitment partner, Glen Callum Associates.

Drive your future with us.

JOB REF: 4362GS

Glen Callum Associates is committed to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or background. We believe that a variety of perspectives makes a team stronger and a workplace better. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know — we’re here to support you.