Local Business Development Manager

The Solution Auto; Edgware; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Fuel card

33 days annual leave

Pension scheme and life assurance

Employee vehicle purchase scheme

Discounts on service and parts

Job summary

The Solution Auto is seeking a Local Business Development Manager to grow the Edgware area with a strong focus on new business and fleet customers. You will manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, while leveraging an established dealership network and product range.

With a base salary of 37,000 and an on-target earnings of 60,000, you will have the autonomy to develop your territory and contribute to the group’s growth. A UK driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' sales experience, automotive/B2B/fleet or target-driven sales background preferred.
• Proven ability to generate and convert new business.
• Strong negotiation and closing skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identifying and winning new business across Edgware area.
• Building and developing a strong local business and fleet customer base.
• Prospecting via phone, email, networking, and face-to-face visits.
• Developing long-term relationships with business customers.
• Managing the complete sales process from enquiry to completion.
• Identifying opportunities within existing accounts to increase spend.
• Collaborating with dealership teams to deliver excellent customer experience.
• Managing your diary, territory, and sales pipeline.
• Consistently achieving agreed sales and business development targets.

Skills

New business development

Negotiation

Relationship building

Communication skills

Time management

Job description

Local Business Development Manager

Franchised Motor Dealership - Edgware area

Local Business Development Manager

Edgware area 37,000 Basic + 60,000 OTE 40 Hours

Are you an experienced sales professional with a proven track record in winning new business?

We're currently recruiting on behalf of a leading automotive dealer group for an ambitious and commercially driven Local Business Development Manager to cover Edgware.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys being out in the field, building relationships and creating new business opportunities. You'll have the freedom to manage and develop your own territory, while being supported by an established dealership network and a comprehensive range of automotive products and services.

The Role

As Local Business Development Manager, your primary focus will be to grow the local business and fleet customer base by identifying new prospects, developing relationships and converting opportunities into long-term customers.

You'll work with businesses across the region, understanding their requirements and providing tailored solutions across New and Used Passenger Cars and Commercial Vehicles, as well as Aftersales and Parts.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identifying and winning new business across Edgware
• Building and developing a strong local business and fleet customer database
• Prospecting through telephone, email, networking and face-to-face visits
• Developing long-term relationships with business customers
• Managing the complete sales process from initial enquiry through to completion
• Identifying opportunities within existing accounts to increase customer spend
• Working closely with dealership teams to deliver an excellent customer experience
• Managing your own diary, territory and sales pipeline
• Consistently achieving agreed sales and business development targets

About You

Our client is looking for an experienced sales professional who is confident, self-motivated and enjoys the challenge of developing new business.

You’ll ideally have at least 2 years' sales experience, with experience in automotive, B2B, fleet, business development or another target-driven sales environment being advantageous.

We’re particularly interested in speaking to candidates who can demonstrate:

• A proven ability to generate and convert new business
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong negotiation and closing ability
• A proactive, tenacious approach to sales
• The confidence to engage with decision-makers at all levels
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills
• The ability to work independently and manage your own territory
• A genuine desire to achieve and exceed targets

A full UK driving licence

The Package

37,000 Basic Salary + 60,000 OTE

You’ll also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Company car
• Fuel card
• 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays
• Annual leave purchase and sale scheme
• Pension scheme and life assurance
• Employee vehicle purchase scheme
• Discounts on Service, Bodyshop and Parts
• 1 paid day per year to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Access to Perks at Work discounts
• Comprehensive training and ongoing development