Business Development Manager

GetRecruited UK Ltd; Nelson; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established distributor is seeking a Business Development Manager based in Nelson to manage customer relationships and drive new business across the eastern UK. The ideal candidate will have significant B2B sales experience, ideally in machinery or related sectors, and possess strong communication skills. Responsibilities include planning sales activities, growing the customer base, and achieving sales targets. A full UK driving license is mandatory. Competitive salary of up to £50,000 plus uncapped commission and a company car are offered.

Benefits

Company car

Uncapped commission

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a field-based sales role.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Open to candidates with an Engineering background transitioning into sales.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with existing and new customers.
• Plan and organize sales activity across the territory.
• Identify opportunities to grow the customer base.
• Produce accurate sales forecasts and work towards targets.
• Attend meetings, training sessions, and industry events.

Skills

Field-based sales experience

B2B sales experience

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated

Technical knowledge

Job description

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

NELSON - COVERING EAST TERRITORY

UP TO £50,000 + UNCAPPED COMMISSION + COMPANY CAR

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Get Recruited are recruiting on behalf of a well-established distributor, the role will primarily be focused on maintaining existing customer relationships, working on repeat business from existing accounts.

Based primarily from the company's northern site, the role will cover a large territory across the eastern side of the UK. You will be responsible for managing existing customer relationships while placing a strong emphasis on generating new business, primarily from sales enquiries produced through internal marketing activity.

This would be a great opportunity for someone from a Business Development, Sales, Account Manager, Field Sales or similar role.

The Role:

• Manage and develop relationships with both existing and new customers.
• Plan and organise sales activity across your allocated territory.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to grow the customer base.
• Produce accurate sales forecasts and work towards agreed targets.
• Attend relevant meetings, training sessions, exhibitions, and industry events.
• Take ownership of personal performance targets and contribute to overall business profitability.

The Person:

• Previous experience in a field-based sales role would be advantageous.
• Must be able to travel to client meetings.
• Must have B2B sales experience, ideally within machinery, manufacturing, industrial, packaging, distribution or similar industries.
• Strong technical knowledge.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• You’ll need to be self‑motivated, enthusiastic, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
• Must have a full UK driving licence.
• Open to a background in Engineering looking to start a sales career.
• Must have a base within a commutable distance to Nelson.

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