Sales Manager (BDM)

KMC Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and career development

Competitive salary

Permanent position

Job summary

KMC Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a leading construction equipment company for a Business Development Manager / Sales Manager role in North England. You will drive new business, manage key accounts and expand revenue across the region.

The ideal candidate has proven BDM or Sales Manager experience in construction, strong communication and presentation skills, and holds a full UK driving licence. This is a full-time, permanent position with ongoing training and career development

Qualifications

• Experience in a BDM or Sales Manager role.
• Experience selling into the construction sector.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities within the construction industry.
• Build and maintain relationships with contractors, plant hire companies, developers and key decision-makers.
• Manage and grow an existing customer base while winning new accounts.
• Deliver sales presentations and product demonstrations.
• Prepare quotations, negotiate terms and close sales.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure customer service excellence.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets and KPIs.

Skills

Business development

Sales management

Relationship management

Negotiation

Presentation

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading company within the construction equipment industry that is looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Manager / Sales Manager to join its growing team in North England.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven sales professional with experience in the construction sector to develop new business, manage key customer relationships, and drive revenue growth across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities within the construction industry.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, plant hire companies, developers, and key decision-makers.
• Manage and grow an existing customer base while actively winning new accounts.
• Deliver professional sales presentations and product demonstrations.
• Prepare quotations, negotiate commercial terms, and successfully close sales.
• Work closely with internal departments to ensure outstanding customer service.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments.
• Achieve and exceed agreed sales targets and KPIs.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Area Sales Manager, or similar role.
• Previous experience selling into the construction sector is essential.
• Strong business development and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to identifying new opportunities.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own territory effectively.
• Full UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer

• £50,000 – £60,000 basic salary
• Full-time, permanent position
• Ongoing training and career development
• Opportunity to join a well-established and respected business within the construction industry