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Business Development Manager

Automotive Aftermarket - Classic car parts / Leisure parts

Due to company growth and evolution, we are seeking a Business Development Manager with a proven track record in the automotive aftermarket, based in the Buckinghamshire area. Experience with classic car parts and developing business with specialist distributors is advantageous. This role offers the opportunity to work within a reputable automotive parts industry, engaging with the entire customer cycle within a small but successful team.

This is an office-based role with regular visits to new and existing customers. A full driving licence is required.

• Salary: circa £40,000 + bonus
• Benefits: car allowance, 25 days holiday, work hours Monday to Thursday 8:00-16:30, Friday 8:00-13:00
• Location: Aylesbury, Wendover, Great Missenden, Amersham, Chesham, Tring, High Wycombe, Beaconsfield, Marlow, Wheatley, Oxford, Hemel Hempstead, Luton, Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, Buckingham, Bicester, Brackley, Newport Pagnell

• Proven experience in the automotive aftermarket is essential
• Experience in the classic car or leisure industries is a plus
• Background in new business development with account management skills
• Solid IT skills, ability to learn ERP systems

• Identify growth opportunities through new business and existing account development
• Build relationships with key customers and grow business
• Manage customer accounts from initiation to order processing, negotiations, returns, and credits
• Utilize reports for sales trends, growth opportunities, and stock management
• Conduct market analysis for new products
• Support accounts with aged debt collection and invoice queries
• Maintain accurate stock levels and purchasing
• Run weekly MRP for production planning
• Coordinate with suppliers on schedules and deliveries
• Attend trade shows and industry events
• Assist at customer events and support warehouse and production duties as needed
• Collaborate with Quality to uphold standards and handle customer complaints
• Work with Marketing to ensure brand consistency and manage social media channels

If you are a Business Development Manager with relevant experience, apply confidently through our retained recruitment partner, Kayleigh Bradley at Glen Callum Associates Ltd.

Job Reference: Business Development Manager - Automotive Aftermarket - 4250KB

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