Business Development Manager Salary:
£32,000
£45,000 per annum Location:
Manchester, M1 7BL (Hybrid
Connected Working) About us You've probably heard of Autotrader, but do you know what we're all about? We're the most trusted, most visited automotive marketplace in the UK. A heritage brand and a tech innovator. We bring together vehicle buyers and sellers to give them real choices. Cars may be what we're best known for but were also the place for pretty much everything else on wheels, from e-bikes to caravans. In the automotive world, change is a constant, thats why we take our job of untangling the complex car-buying journey very seriously. At our core, were all about people. We go our own way while embracing diversity and celebrating our differences. We dedicate ourselves to the idea that we work better together. Autotrader is a beautiful, surprising and vibrant place to work. We might not be for everyone, but we could be perfect for you. About the job As
Business Development Managers,
youll play a key role in growing our retailer network by identifying new opportunities, understanding customer challenges and showing retailers how Auto Trader can help their business perform better. Great sales start with great conversations. Youll use active listening, curiosity and commercial insight to uncover what really matters to our customers, then build tailored solutions that deliver genuine value. Youll be backed by one of the UKs most recognised automotive brands, as well as rich data and insights from our dedicated Insights team. So, while youll have a strong proposition and brand opening doors, itll be your ability to build trust, challenge constructively and demonstrate value that turns opportunities into long-term partnerships. Key Responsibilities Drive new business: Proactively identify, contact and develop new B2B opportunities through targeted outbound activity and phone-based sales. Use data to find opportunities: Make the most of lead-generation data and commercial opportunities identified by our dedicated Insights team. Sell through understanding: Ask the right questions to uncover retailer challenges, understand their needs and recommend solutions that deliver measurable commercial value. Build lasting partnerships: Develop trusted relationships with new customers and turn initial conversations into high-value, long-term commercial partnerships. Own your pipeline: Manage opportunities throughout the sales journey, from initial contact through to conversion, while maintaining a strong focus on your targets and KPIs. What we're looking for Proven success in acquiring new business to business (B2B) customers in a sales role Self-motivated and target-driven, with a consistent history of meeting or exceeding commercial KPIs Experience leveraging market insights or performance data to prove ROI and influence key decision-makers Strong communication skills to navigate pushback and turn friction into collaborative problem-solving During our application process, you will be asked two questions to help us learn more about you and how you align with our values. These will be used as part of our selection criteria, to determine if we progress your application further. Benefits Financial & Shares Annual Share Award: An additional 10% of your salary awarded in shares every year, vesting annually over 3 years, which you can choose to keep or sell. Pension Scheme: Generous company contribution of 7%, with a 5% employee contribution. Extra Financial Perks: Access to share-save options and a car salary sacrifice scheme. Holiday & Flexible Working Generous Leave: 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and half-day closures on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. Connected Working (Hybrid): Spend 3 days a week in our Manchester office, with flexibility to work from home too. Remote-First Periods: Enjoy the freedom to work remotely from anywhere in the UK, and selected overseas locations, during designated summer and winter periods. Health, Wellbeing & Support Private Medical Cover: Comprehensive private medical cover to support your health and wellbeing. 24/7 GP & Dentist: Access to an online GP and dentist whenever you need them. Specialist Support: Support for assisted fertility, menopause, gender dysphoria and period care plans, alongside enhanced family leave provisions. Great Start Induction: A tailored onboarding programme from day one, helping you feel welcome, connected and set up to succeed.
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Business Development Manager in Bolton employer: Autotrader
Autotrader is an excellent employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture, where innovation and strategic thinking are highly valued. With a focus on employee growth, you will have access to tailored training and development opportunities, enabling you to thrive in your role as a Strategic Account Manager. Located in a vibrant area, the hybrid work model offers flexibility while being part of a team that is dedicated to driving success for our retailer customers through data-driven insights.
