Business Development Manager - Technical

Glen Callum Associates Limited; Gatwick; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the automotive sector is seeking a Business Development Manager to manage existing accounts and generate new business in the technical automotive field. Ideal candidates will have field sales experience and a strong understanding of automotive products. This role offers a competitive salary and the possibility of remote work.

Benefits

Company Car

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension

Career Development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in field sales or business development.
• Knowledge of automotive products, chemicals, and diagnostic equipment is highly desirable.
• Strong track record of exceeding sales targets.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Sales

Customer relationship management

Technical knowledge in automotive

Negotiation

Self-motivation

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: 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