Business Development Manager

Get Recruited are recruiting on behalf of a well-established distributor, the role will primarily be focused on maintaining existing customer relationships, working on repeat business from existing accounts.

Based primarily from the company's northern site, the role will cover a large territory across the eastern side of the UK. You will be responsible for managing existing customer relationships while placing a strong emphasis on generating new business, primarily from sales enquiries produced through internal marketing activity.

This would be a great opportunity for someone from a Business Development, Sales, Account Manager, Field Sales or similar role.

• Manage and develop relationships with both existing and new customers.
• Plan and organise sales activity across your allocated territory.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to grow the customer base.
• Produce accurate sales forecasts and work towards agreed targets.
• Attend relevant meetings, training sessions, exhibitions, and industry events.
• Take ownership of personal performance targets and contribute to overall business profitability.

• Previous experience in a field-based sales role would be advantageous.
• Must be able to travel to client meetings.
• Must have B2B sales experience, ideally within machinery, manufacturing, industrial, packaging, distribution or similar industries.
• Strong technical knowledge.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• You'll need to be self motivated, enthusiastic, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
• Must have a full UK driving licence.
• Open to a background in Engineering looking to start a sales career.
• Must be based within a commutable distance to Nelson.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.