Business Development Manager - Technical

Glen Callum Associates Limited; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive sales in the automotive sector. The role involves managing customer accounts, generating new business opportunities, and providing technical solutions. Candidates should have proven field sales experience and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers a salary of £35K, with OTE of £50K, a company car, and a remote work option.

Benefits

Company Car

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension

Career Development

No Weekends

Qualifications

• Proven experience in field sales or business development within technical sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen and a track record of exceeding sales targets.
• Knowledge of automotive, chemicals, tools or diagnostic equipment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop existing customer accounts.
• Generate new business across automotive, OEM, and aftermarket sectors.
• Conduct field visits and product demonstrations.

Skills

Field sales experience

Negotiation skills

Technical knowledge in automotive

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Business Development Manager - Technical

Are you a results-driven sales professional with experience in technical or engineering sectors, particularly within the automotive, OEM, or aftermarket space? Do you have a passion for specialist products and a knack for building strong customer relationships? We’re looking for a Business Development Manager / Field Sales Executive to join our team, focusing on specialist automotive products, chemicals, and equipment. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage and grow existing accounts while driving new business across a dynamic and evolving market.

Location and Package

Location: Tonbridge, Crawley, Gatwick

Salary: £35K basic salary + Bonus (OTE £50K) + Company Car + 24 days Hols (plus BH 32 days total) + Pension + Career Development + No Weekends + Remote

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop existing customer accounts, ensuring satisfaction and identifying opportunities for growth.
• Generate new business across the automotive, OEM, and aftermarket sectors, targeting workshops, distributors, manufacturers, and engineering firms.
• Promote and sell a range of specialist automotive product, tools, and equipment, providing technical insight and tailored solutions.
• Conduct field visits, product demonstrations, and technical presentations to key decision-makers.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer needs are met and exceeded.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform strategy and identify new opportunities.

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in field sales or business development within a technical, automotive, engineering, or manufacturing sectors.
• Knowledge of automotive, chemicals, tools, diagnostic equipment, or workshop solutions is highly desirable.
• Strong commercial acumen and a track record of exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a field-based role.

The Next Step

To apply for this Business Development Manager role in confidence please send your CV to Robert Cox, Senior Recruitment Consultant at Glen Callum Associates Ltd – [e-mail] or call Rob on 07398 204832.

Job Ref: 4289RC Business Development Manager