Contract and Hire BDM

AB Volvo; Bellshill; Hybrid; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global automotive company is seeking a Business Development Manager for a field-based role focused on growing their Contract Hire and Rental offerings in Scotland. The ideal candidate resides within commuting distance of Bellshill and has proven sales experience in a target-driven environment. Strong communication, negotiation skills, and the ability to manage relationships are essential for this role. Competitive salary with OTE of £60,000 plus a company car is offered, along with comprehensive benefits including a pension scheme and healthcare plans.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Company Car

Health Care Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous holiday allowance

Discounts on various purchases

Fitness perks

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• You should have a proven sales experience in a target-driven environment.
• A strong commercial mindset and a professional approach to account management are essential.
• Living within commuting distance to Bellshill is required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across the region.
• Manage and strengthen relationships with existing customers.
• Prepare accurate, tailored quotations that meet customer requirements.

Skills

Sales expertise

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

Business Development Manager – Contract Hire

Competitive salary with OTE of £60,000 plus a company car.

Location: Field-Based, Ideal candidates reside in commutable distance to Bellshill.

At Renault Trucks, we are proud to deliver trusted transport solutions that keep businesses moving across Scotland and beyond. Our focus is on building long‑term partnerships with our customers, providing reliable vehicles, flexible hire solutions and excellent service every step of the way.

We are looking for a Business Development Manager to join our team in Bellshill. This role focuses on growing our Contract Hire and Rental offering across Scotland by building and maintaining strong relationships with new and existing customers. You will play a key part in driving profitable growth while ensuring every customer receives a first‑class experience.

What Renault Trucks Can Offer You:

• Pension scheme: We offer a matched pension scheme of up to 7% of your salary, with incremental benefits based on length of service, including death in service cover.
• Company Car: Choice between an Electric or Hybrid car after the probation period.
• Health Care Plan: Benefit from a free comprehensive health care plan provided by BHSF for you and your family.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Take advantage of wellness, mindfulness and counselling services to support your overall well‑being.
• Generous holiday allowance: Start with 30 days (including Bank Holidays) rising to 33 days after 5 years.
• Discounts on various purchases: Enjoy savings on shopping vouchers, cinema tickets, holidays and travel.
• Fitness perks: Access MyGym discounts and MyActive discounts.
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies: We value work‑life balance and offer enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity leave with 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay, as well as 5‑week paternity leave.

You are a confident and results‑driven sales professional, comfortable managing your own pipeline and developing opportunities from first contact through to completion. You have a strong commercial mindset, excellent communication skills and the ability to build lasting relationships.

Requirements:

• You will reside within commutable distance of Bellshill.
• Holds a UK driving licence, willing to travel, and stay away from home as required.
• Proven sales experience in a target‑driven environment, ideally within contract hire, rental or commercial vehicles.
• A professional and structured approach to account management and business development.
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail when preparing quotations or analysing financial information.
• A proactive and self‑motivated attitude with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• LGV driving licence an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across the region.
• Manage and strengthen relationships with existing customers.
• Prepare accurate, tailored quotations that meet customer requirements.
• Monitor and control costs to maximise profitability.
• Maintain up‑to‑date records and activity in the CRM system.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Represent Renault Trucks at training sessions, reviews and customer events.
• Maintain regular contact and build strong, collaborative relationships with Sales and Aftermarket teams, industry bodies, customers, fleet operators and suppliers.

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