At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive sales growth and develop key accounts in the industrial sector.
- Company: Join Thorite, part of Flowtech plc, a leader in fluid power solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, company car, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity for growth within a market-leading organisation.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a dynamic field sales role with strong support from technical teams.
- Qualifications: Proven field sales experience and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location: Bristol / South West (Field-Based)
Company: Thorite (Part of Flowtech plc)
Salary: Competitive base salary + bonus + company car / car allowance
Thorite, part of the Flowtech plc Group, is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive sales growth across the South West region. This is a field-based sales role focused on new business development, key account management, and territory sales growth within the industrial and manufacturing sectors. The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding market share by promoting hydraulic systems, pneumatics, compressed air solutions, and fluid power products.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a territory sales plan and key account strategy to achieve revenue and margin targets
- Drive new business development while managing and growing existing industrial customer accounts
- Identify and win opportunities within engineering, manufacturing, and industrial environments
- Build strong relationships with procurement, purchasing, engineering, and maintenance teams
- Prepare and deliver technical sales proposals, quotations, and presentations
- Manage the full sales cycle, from lead generation through to order conversion
- Maintain accurate sales forecasts, pipeline management, and reporting
- Collaborate with internal teams including technical services, engineering, and procurement
- Support larger projects and deliver value-based sales solutions
Requirements
Essential:
- Proven experience in field sales, business development, or technical sales
- Strong track record of selling into industrial customers or manufacturing environments
- Experience managing a sales territory and delivering against revenue targets
- Excellent commercial awareness, negotiation, and closing skills
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
Desirable:
- Experience in fluid power, hydraulics, pneumatics, or compressed air systems
- Background in engineering or manufacturing
- Technical or engineering qualification
What We Offer
- Competitive salary with performance-related bonus
- Company car or car allowance
- Opportunity to join a market-leading fluid power and engineering solutions provider
- Strong support from technical and engineering teams
- Career development within a growing organisation backed by Flowtech plc
If you are an experienced Business Development Manager or Field Sales Engineer looking to develop your career in industrial sales and engineering solutions, apply today to join Thorite.
Business Development Manager - Industrial Sales in Bristol employer: Flowtech Fluidpower
Flowtech Fluidpower is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth, offering a competitive salary and performance bonuses alongside a strong commitment to work-life balance. Located in Pontefract, the company fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, empowering its team to lead high-profile infrastructure projects both locally and internationally. With a focus on safety and quality, employees are encouraged to develop their skills in a supportive environment, making it a rewarding place for those seeking meaningful careers in project delivery.
