At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive sales and build relationships in the engineering sector across South England and Ireland.
- Company: Join a respected engineering manufacturer with a strong reputation for quality.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, company car, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a dynamic industry while achieving your sales goals.
- Qualifications: Proven sales experience in machinery or engineering is essential.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Location: South of England & Ireland territories (Remote/Hybrid)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Bonus + Company Car + Excellent Benefits
Bennett & Game Recruitment are currently working in partnership with a well-established engineering manufacturer based in West Sussex who are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join their expanding UK sales team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected engineering group with a long-standing reputation for manufacturing high-quality Manufacturing Machinery. The successful candidate will take full ownership of South-East of England & Ireland territories.
Job Overview
- Manage and develop UK sales territory to achieve and exceed annual sales targets
- Build, maintain and expand strong customer relationships across existing and new accounts
- Conduct customer visits to understand operational needs and business objectives
- Identify and qualify new business opportunities through lead generation and prospecting
- Prepare quotations, sales proposals and technical presentations
- Manage the full sales cycle from initial enquiry through to successful order placement
- Work closely with internal departments including engineering, production, and marketing
- Attend trade exhibitions and industry events across the UK and internationally
Job Requirements
- Proven track record of achieving and exceeding annual sales targets in excess of £1 million
- Previous experience within packaging machinery, industrial machinery, or engineering sales is essential
- Strong technical or engineering understanding is highly desirable
- Experience as a Sales Executive, Business Development Manager, Sales Manager or similar role
- Ability to manage the full sales process from enquiry through to close
- Strong closing ability with a high conversion rate
- Ability to clearly communicate technical product value propositions
- Experience with sales KPIs, forecasting, and strategic sales planning
- Full UK driving licence
Salary & Benefits
- £50,000 - £60,000 basic salary
- Annual performance-related bonus of up to 20%
- Company car
- Company phone
- 8% employer pension contribution
- Hybrid and remote working available
- 35-hour working week (flexibility required for travel and deadlines)
- Annual salary review
- Generous holiday allowance
- Private medical care (optional)
- Death in service scheme
Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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