Business Development Manager - Nottingham/Derby

MSX - TPS; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider in Nottingham is seeking a Business Development Manager to enhance sales and customer relationship strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in B2B engagements and demonstrate excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include executing sales strategies and managing key customer relationships. This role requires financial acumen and leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in B2B or automotive environments required.
• Skills in stakeholder engagement and communication crucial.
• Proven track record in business growth strategies essential.

Responsibilities

• Execute sales strategies to increase revenues.
• Achieve KPIs and revenue targets.
• Manage customer relationships effectively.

Skills

Effective engagement and communication skills

Experience in creating strategies

Financial awareness

Experience managing national campaigns

Ability to lead and motivate a team

High IT literacy

Education

Minimum GCSE in Maths and English or equivalent

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Business Development Manager - Nottingham/Derby, Nottingham

Client: MSX - TPS

Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 92990e00ff39

Job Views: 8

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

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About the Role

TPS Business Development Manager

Who are TPS?

TPS provides independent garages and bodyshops with high-quality Genuine Parts for servicing and repairing Volkswagen Group vehicles. TPS is part of the Volkswagen Group, which includes brands like Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, Volkswagen passenger cars, and Commercial Vehicles. TPS operates a national network of centres with a 1,500-strong workforce, fostering a motivating and inclusive workplace that values learning and development.

Launched in 2006 as a new brand concept, TPS operates on an Agency Model, with Centres stocking and selling on behalf of Volkswagen Group UK. The brand has experienced rapid growth both financially and in the number of centres nationwide.

What will you be doing?

Reporting to the TPS Area Sales Manager, the Business Development Manager (BDM) will work across multiple TPS Centres to achieve sales targets and grow a loyal customer base. Delivering an exceptional customer experience and being a brand and product expert are essential.

• Collaborate with the ASM and Centre Managers to develop and execute sales strategies to increase revenues from mechanical customers while maintaining loyalty.
• Achieve KPIs and revenue targets within your territory for key mechanical customers.
• Identify, secure, and develop new customer accounts.
• Support marketing initiatives and monitor their success.
• Report on sales and marketing activities and performance.
• Utilize market data to identify sales opportunities.
• Understand the TPS brand's Unique Selling Proposition, features, benefits, especially the genuine vs non-genuine aspects, and be trained to handle sales objections.
• Manage time effectively to maximize customer visits.
• Leverage customer visits and call objectives with Centre colleagues.

Stakeholder Management

• Update key stakeholders on sales performance through reports and presentations.
• Maximize support from business investors and TPS investors.
• Collaborate with ASM and CMs to contribute to Business Improvement Plans.

Customer Experience

• Maintain relationships with all customers.
• Provide knowledgeable, responsive, and courteous service reflecting TPS's reputation.

What are we looking for?

• Effective engagement and communication skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in creating strategies and managing activities to grow business.
• Financial awareness to identify risks and opportunities.
• Experience managing national campaigns and activities.
• Ability or aptitude to lead and motivate a team in a B2B or automotive environment.
• Understanding of core processes for centre excellence.
• High IT literacy.
• Minimum GCSE in Maths and English or equivalent.