Business Development Manager

Job Description:

Job Title:  Business Development Manager
Location: Leicester
Salary: £35,000-£45,000 plus bonus

Type: Permanent

Company Overview

A well-established leading manufacturer within the automotive industry is looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Manager for their busy Leicestershire office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated, experienced sales professional to join a leading name within the sector.

Role Overview

As a Business Development Manager, you will play a key role in generating new business, driving growth in sales and building long lasting relationships with customers and key accounts. If you have a passion for lead generation, networking and field sales then this role is for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and secure new business opportunities through proactive prospecting, networking, referrals, and strategic outreach within target markets.
• Manage business development for the Midlands region prospecting to potential customers and ensuring outstanding service to existing customers.
• Develop and nurture long-term client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to understand client needs and position consultancy services effectively.
• Lead on bid management and proposal development, including coordinating subject matter experts, pricing strategy, and delivering compelling client presentations.
• Create and execute business development strategies aligned with firm-wide growth objectives, market trends, and sector priorities.
• Monitor pipeline activity, revenue forecasting, and performance metrics, ensuring consistent achievement of sales targets and contribution to overall growth.

About You

We're looking for a proactive, driven individual who thrives in fast paced environments.

Requirements:

• Experience as a business development manager or similar role
• The ability to generate new business through networking and outbound lead generation
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Experience using salesforce CRM is desirable but not essential
• Proactive and flexible approach to work
• Full drivers license

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary plus commission
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Car allowance
• Your birthday off
• Employee perks such as store discounts scheme

Next Steps 

Apply to this Business Development Manager role through this advert. If you would like more information about this role, please contact Chloe Vickers in our Commercial team on (phone number removed) 

If successful, you will need to digitally register with our agency (if you haven't already done so). If you have not been contacted regarding your application within 7 days, please assume that you have not been successful. We will, however, retain your application for any future roles for which you may be suitable. 

About Regional Recruitment

This position is being advertised by Regional Recruitment Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency established in 2008. We specialise in permanent, temporary, and contract opportunities across the Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Technology, and Engineering sectors.

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