Business Development Manager - Technical in Crawley)

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive sales for specialist automotive products in the UK. The ideal candidate will possess field sales experience and technical knowledge in the automotive sector. Responsibilities include managing existing accounts and generating new business across automotive and engineering markets. This role offers a competitive salary and bonus structure, along with various benefits including a company car and flexible working options.

Benefits

Company Car

24 days holiday (plus BH)

Pension

Career Development

No Weekends

Qualifications

• Proven experience in field sales or business development in technical or automotive sectors.
• Desirable knowledge of automotive tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong track record of exceeding sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop existing customer accounts for growth.
• Generate new business across automotive, OEM, and aftermarket sectors.
• Conduct field visits and technical presentations.

Skills

Field sales experience

Technical knowledge in automotive

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building abilities

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

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

Job Ref: 4289RC Business Development Manager