Business Development Manager - South

Mercury Hampton Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading seal solutions manufacturer in the South of England is looking for a Business Development Manager to expand their customer base and drive sales. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technical sales, particularly in rotating equipment. This role offers a competitive base salary, an uncapped commission scheme, a company vehicle or car allowance, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Uncapped commission

Company car or allowance

Pension scheme

Comprehensive benefits package

Continuous training

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical sales or business development in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of rotating equipment is highly desirable.
• Full UK driving licence and readiness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Represent the brand to potential clients.
• Manage the sales process and close deals.

Skills

Technical sales experience

Consultative sales approach

Strong negotiation skills

Exceptional communication skills

Results-oriented

Job description

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Business Development Manager – South of England

£60,000 base salary, £75,000 OTE company car or allowance, and excellent benefits

Are you a driven sales professional with experience in rotating equipment looking to take your career to the next level?

We’re looking for a dynamic Business Development Manager to join our leading seal solutions manufacturer, supporting growth across a thriving region.

About the Role
Based in the South of England, you will be responsible for expanding our customer base, building lasting relationships, and driving the adoption of our high-quality sealing solutions across a breadth of industries. You’ll be at the forefront of identifying new business opportunities, understanding customer needs, and translating those into compelling, value-driven solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Proactively identifying and developing new business opportunities within both new and existing accounts.
• Representing our brand and product range to potential clients across several market sectors.
• Acting as a trusted advisor, understanding technical requirements, and shaping tailored solutions in close coordination with engineering and support teams.
• Managing the entire sales process, including presentations, product demonstrations, commercial negotiations, and closing deals to exceed set targets.
• Monitoring market developments, competitor activity, and customer feedback to inform your strategy.
• Networking extensively at industry events, exhibitions, and across the territory.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in technical sales or business development within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• A background in rotating equipment, such as pumps, valves, actuators, fans, compressors, or related components, is highly desirable.
• Experience with mechanical seals is advantageous, but not essential.
• Strong commercial focus, excellent negotiation skills, and a consultative sales approach.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Highly motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently in a field-based capacity.
• Full UK driving licence and readiness to travel across the region.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive basic salary backed by an uncapped performance-related commission/bonus scheme.
• Company vehicle or car allowance.
• Pension scheme and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Continuous training, professional development, and opportunities to grow your career with an innovative, forward-thinking company.

If you thrive in a technical sales environment and are motivated by building partnerships and delivering value, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now to become a key part of a growing team and help shape the future of sealing solutions in the South of England.