Business Development Manager

Purview Services; Tyseley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An international manufacturer based in the UK is seeking a Business Development Manager to lead commercial growth across Europe. The role involves identifying business opportunities, managing customer journeys, and negotiating contracts. Candidates should have over 5 years' experience in business development within precision manufacturing, a degree in Mechanical Engineering, and familiarity with CRM systems. This position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

Car allowance

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in business development or technical sales within precision manufacturing.
• Track record of securing complex new business wins in technical markets.
• Familiarity with ISO-certified environments would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities.
• Manage the entire customer journey from introduction to agreement.
• Lead account growth strategies and sector campaigns.
• Negotiate major contracts and manage customer relationships.
• Analyze market trends and competitor activity.

Skills

Business development

Technical sales

Market analysis

Strategic negotiation

Education

Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Location: Hybrid / Remote (UK site based in West Midlands)
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + Uncapped Commission + Car Allowance + Benefits

An established international manufacturer, renowned for its precision‑engineered components, is looking for a driven Business Development Manager to lead commercial growth across Europe. With state‑of‑the‑art facilities in the UK and Central Europe and decades of technical expertise, the business supplies complex, high‑volume parts to world‑class customers in Medical, Automotive and Industrial Technology.

The Role

This is a pivotal, strategic position with responsibility for shaping and delivering the next phase of expansion. Key duties include:

• Identifying, developing, and converting new business opportunities into lasting partnerships.
• Managing the entire customer journey — from first introduction through to commercial agreement.
• Leading account growth strategies and targeted sector campaigns alongside marketing.
• Negotiating major contracts and steering high‑value customer relationships.
• Analysing market trends and competitor activity to guide strategic direction.

This role offers the freedom to influence strategy, backed by a financially strong, globally active organisation that values initiative and innovation.

About You

You’ll bring:

• 5+ years’ experience in business development or technical sales within precision manufacturing, metalworking, or similar industries.
• A track record of securing complex new business wins in technical markets.
• A degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Familiarity with CRM systems.
• Additional experience in international markets or working within ISO‑certified environments (such as ISO 13485) would be advantageous.