Business Development Manager - Technical

ZipRecruiter; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is looking for a Business Development Manager to drive growth in the automotive sector. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in field sales, strong communication skills, and the ability to build lasting customer relationships. This role offers a competitive salary with bonuses and other benefits such as a company car and career development opportunities. The position is based in Tonbridge with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Company Car

24 days holidays plus bank holidays

Pension

Career Development

No Weekends

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop existing customer accounts.
• Generate new business across automotive and engineering sectors.
• Conduct product demonstrations and technical presentations.

Skills

Field sales experience

Technical knowledge in automotive

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Proactive and self-motivated

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?

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

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 - or call Rob on 07398 204832.

Job Ref: 4289RC Business Development Manager