Local Business Development Manager

Lookers Motor Group Limited; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Generous annual leave

Enhanced family leave

Eyecare vouchers

Discounted gym memberships

Job summary

Lookers Motor Group Limited in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Local Business Development Manager for BMW to build relationships with business customers and promote BMW vehicles and solutions. This full-time permanent role offers a basic salary of £25,000 with OTE up to £45,000 along with a company car.

The ideal candidate has experience in business-to-business sales, strong negotiation skills, and a full UK driving licence. Benefits include competitive salaries, generous annual leave, and comprehensive health and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business-to-business sales or business development.
• Confident, professional communicator with a customer-focused approach.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop and manage local business and fleet opportunities.
• Build relationships with new and existing business customers.
• Prepare and present tailored proposals and quotations.

Skills

Business-to-business sales experience

Commercial awareness

Negotiation skills

Professional communication

Self-driven and organised

Job description

About us: We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Job Title: Local Business Development Manager – BMW Stoke

Hours: 42 hours per week. 8.30-6.00pm Monday to Friday – no weekends

Salary: OTE up to £45,000 (basic salary of £25,000) + Company Car

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

The Role

As Local Business Development Manager, you will act as the key point of contact for business customers, identifying opportunities, building long-term partnerships and providing a premium BMW customer experience. You will work closely with internal sales and aftersales teams to maximise business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify, develop and manage local business and fleet opportunities
• Build strong relationships with new and existing business customers
• Promote BMW business vehicles, finance solutions and mobility products
• Manage the full sales process from prospecting through to delivery
• Prepare and present tailored proposals and quotations
• Maintain accurate records of activity and pipeline using CRM systems
• Achieve agreed sales targets and key performance indicators

About You

• Proven experience in business-to-business sales or business development
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Confident, professional communicator with a customer-focused approach
• Highly motivated, self-driven and organised
• Full UK driving licence

Core Benefits

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression
• Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments

Health & Wellbeing

• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
• Optional critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments

Financial Wellbeing

• MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection

Leisure & Lifestyle

• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.