Business Development Manager for Mechanical Seals

Mercury Hampton Ltd; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in flow control is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive strategic growth across the UK. This senior position requires proven experience in selling technical products like pumps and valves. The successful candidate will work remotely with regular travel to customer sites, managing relationships and the full sales lifecycle. A strong negotiation and stakeholder management capability is essential, along with a background in engineering. Join a company with a solid growth outlook and a supportive culture.

Benefits

Company car

Generous bonus structure

Flexible remote working

Qualifications

• Proven business development experience selling technical or engineered products.
• Background in pumps, valves, rotating equipment, or flow-control systems.
• Comfortable working in a remote role with significant travel across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities.
• Manage the full sales cycle from enquiry to close.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations.
• Provide market feedback to influence product strategy.

Skills

Business development experience

Pumps and valves knowledge

Technical discussion engagement

Negotiation skills

Strong stakeholder management

Education

Engineering qualification

Job description

Basic Salary : £50,000–£60,000

OTE : ~£80,000

Location : Yorkshire

Company car + Package

Benefits

Lucrative earning potential – This employer has one of the most generous bonus structures in their industry.

More autonomy and influence – Be able to implement your own strategies and procedures with your accounts without being micromanaged and drowning in KPI’s

Great Culture and opportunity to have a better work life balance – Company has their great place to work certification. Due to the flexibility in the role choose which days to be remote and which ones require you to be on the road.

Strong company investment and stability – Company that is very financially strong and looking to grow and expand in the market. Company has confidence in their sales force.

About the Role

An established industrial manufacturer and solutions provider within the flow control sector is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive strategic growth across the UK. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in selling engineered products preferably pumps, valves, or related flow‑control equipment into industrial, OEM, and process driven environments.

This is a senior commercial position suited to someone who combines technical competence with strong commercial acumen. Who is determined to win new business and make You will work remotely, travelling regularly to customer sites, distributors, and strategic partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities across target markets including water, power, oil & gas, chemical, pulp and paper, and general manufacturing.
• Manage the full sales cycle from initial enquiry and technical discussion through to quotation, negotiation, and close.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with end users, contractors, EPCs, and engineering partners.
• Deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations to support customer understanding of pump technologies, efficiency benefits, and system integration requirements.
• Analyse customer specifications and system requirements to propose suitable pumping and flow‑control solutions.
• Provide market feedback to internal engineering, product development, and senior management teams to influence future product strategy.
• Forecast and report on sales performance, pipeline activity, and market trends.
• Represent the business at industry events, exhibitions, and customer‑specific technical meetings.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven business development experience selling technical or engineered products.
• Background in pumps, valves, rotating equipment, flow‑control systems, or closely related industrial technologies.
• Ability to engage in technical discussions, review specifications, and communicate engineering concepts to customers.
• Strong understanding of industrial processes, maintenance considerations, and system performance drivers.
• Demonstrated ability to develop new accounts and grow existing customer relationships.
• Excellent negotiation, presentation, and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Comfortable working in a remote role with significant travel across the UK.
• Engineering qualification is highly advantageous, though relevant experience will be strongly considered.

The successful individual will be joining a global business who focus on creating long‑term value for customers and employees through a passionate dedication to excellence. This drives a sustained competitive advantage in a dynamic global market. They achieve success by developing industry‑leading technology, investing globally, and delivering results for customers and creating career opportunities and development for colleagues.

The best part of this is, if you are successful in getting the job, we guarantee that you are going to love it. Why? For every 100 people we recruit, 96% are still with their company 12‑months later, and 94% are still there 2‑years later. That speaks for itself.

Want to be a part of this? Of course, you do! If you have the entrepreneurial spirit and passion this position requires then get in touch now before the deadline expires. To apply, click on the apply button below, contact Louie Walsh, or call the Mercury Hampton office directly on 01925 937 311.