Business Development Manager - Manufacturing

Winsearch; Rochdale; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing company in Rochdale seeks an experienced Business Development Manager to drive sustainable growth by developing new business opportunities and managing customer relationships. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing, excellent communication skills, and the ability to negotiate effectively. This role offers a flexible working environment and opportunities for career development within the company.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Company car or car allowance

Career development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success in business development or B2B sales, ideally within manufacturing.
• Able to read and understand technical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within manufacturing markets.
• Build and manage strong relationships with customers.
• Prepare and manage quotations ensuring accuracy and profitability.

Skills

Business development

B2B sales

Relationship building

Negotiation skills

Excellent communication

Job description

Business Development Manager - Manufacturing

Rochdale

Monday to Friday - Flexible Time

Salary Depending on Experience

My client, a growing manufacturing company known for delivering high-quality, precision-engineered products, is looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join their team.

The Role:

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for driving sustainable growth at the company by developing new business opportunities, managing key customer relationships, and working closely with internal teams to deliver commercially successful manufacturing solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within sheet metal fabrication, laser cutting, punching, folding, welding, and assembly markets
• Build and manage strong relationships with new and existing customers, acting as a key commercial contact
• Understand customer drawings, specifications, and requirements, working closely with engineering and production teams to offer practical manufacturing solutions
• Prepare and manage quotations in collaboration with estimating, production, and purchasing teams, ensuring accuracy, competitiveness, and profitability
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and long-term supply agreements aligned with the company's manufacturing capabilities and capacity
• Support the smooth handover of new projects from sales to production, ensuring customer expectations are clearly defined and achievable
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for growth and improvement
• Develop and maintain a strong sales pipeline, providing regular forecasts and progress reports
• Represent the company at customer meetings, site visits, trade shows, and industry events
• Promote the company sheet metal capabilities, quality standards, and continuous improvement culture

The Candidate:

• Proven track record of success in business development or B2B sales, ideally within manufacturing
• Strong background in manufacturing, with a clear understanding of the full production cycle from enquiry and quotation through to manufacture and delivery
• Confident, proactive, and not afraid to pick up the phone, generate leads, and follow up opportunities
• Willing and able to travel to meet customers face-to-face, build relationships, and represent the business professionally
• Able to read and understand technical drawings and specifications, or quickly learn sheet metal processes
• Commercially astute, with strong negotiation and closing skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a positive, engaging personality
• A strong team player who works collaboratively with engineering, production, quality, and operations teams
• Self-motivated, organized, and results-driven, with the ability to manage a sales pipeline effectively
• Professional, reliable, and committed to building long-term customer relationships rather than short-term wins

Benefits:

• Comprehensive training in the company's products, processes, and manufacturing capabilities
• Company car or car allowance to support travel to client meetings and site visits
• Opportunity to be home-based in the long term, with flexible working arrangements
• Competitive salary for the right candidate
• Supportive, team-oriented working environment
• Opportunity to work for a growing, well-established sheet metal manufacturing company
• Career development and progression opportunities within the business

Please contact Marie Brisson at Winsearch UK for further information.