Business Development Manager

Mercury Hampton Ltd; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer in the pump and valve industry is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive business growth across the UK. This role involves technical sales and customer relationship management, requiring strong engineering knowledge and proven sales experience. The position offers a competitive salary, bonus structure, and a hybrid working model that combines office and field tasks.

Benefits

Company Car

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Private healthcare for you and your family

Internal incentives and retail discounts

Qualifications

• Strong qualifications and/or experience in the pump/rotating equipment reliability service sector.
• Expertise in predicting, preventing, and managing engineering system failures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and support to clients across various sectors.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with customers.
• Identify and develop new sales opportunities.

Skills

Technical Sales

Customer Relationship Management

Sales Generation

Communication Skills

Education

Engineering Background

Reliability Engineering Knowledge

Job description

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Business Development Manager, Peterborough

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Client:

Mercury Hampton Ltd

Location:

Peterborough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Business Development Manager

• Reliability Solutions & Engineering
• Technical Sales, solution selling.
• £50,000 Basic + 20% Bonus Structure + Company car/car allowance included
• Midlands Focused – occasionally further travel.
• Global Company with great progression opportunities!

We are partnering with a leading global manufacturer in the pump, valve, and reliability services industry to recruit a dynamic BDM – Reliability Solutions. This is an outstanding opportunity for a technically strong sales professional to join a renowned organisation and drive business growth across the UK.

About the role:

As a BDM – Reliability Solutions, you will be a key player in expanding the company’s customer base and supporting the adoption of advanced technical solutions. The position offers a hybrid working model, combining office-based tasks with field sales and on-site technical support.

Responsibilities

• Technical Sales: Use your reliability engineering expertise to provide technical guidance and support to clients across sectors such as Energy, Petrochemical, Industrial, and Water.
• Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers at all levels, ensuring their technical needs are met.
• Sales Generation: Identify and develop new sales opportunities for advanced pumps, valves, and services, as well as generate enquiries from existing and new clients.
• Quotation Preparation: Prepare and follow up on technical quotations for service activities and new product offerings.
• Promotion of Solutions: Actively promote the company’s products and service partners, highlighting technical capabilities and benefits.
• Preventative Maintenance: Propose preventative maintenance solutions and assess equipment criticality.
• Targets and Reporting: Achieve monthly sales targets and submit detailed performance reports.

Key requirements:

• Engineering Background: Strong qualifications and/or experience in the pump/rotating equipment reliability service sector. Vibration analysis training is advantageous.
• Reliability Engineering Knowledge: Expertise in predicting, preventing, and managing engineering system failures. Familiarity with machinery fundamentals (pumps, motors, gearboxes, compressors, etc.) is essential.
• Commercial Experience: Proven sales and commercial experience.
• Organisational Skills: Strong time management and prioritisation abilities.
• Driving Licence: Valid UK driving licence with a good record.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Work Authorisation: Right to live and work in the UK.

Package on offer:

• Competitive salary up to £50,000 Basic.
• Commission based bonus up to 20%.
• Company Car
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays.
• Private healthcare for you and your family.
• Internal incentives and retail discounts.