At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive commercial growth and build lasting relationships across the UK and Ireland.
- Company: Multipanel, the UK's only manufacturer of Aluminium Composite Material panels.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, car lease budget, and 28 days annual leave.
- Other info: Join a stable international company with a supportive culture and exciting events.
- Why this job: Enjoy autonomy in a high-impact role with opportunities for career growth.
- Qualifications: 5+ years B2B field sales experience and a proven track record in account management.
Business Development Manager – UK & Ireland
UK (Office/Field Based) | £45,000-£65,000 per annum + Performance Bonus |Full‑time, Permanent
Your Opportunity
Take ownership of Multipanel's commercial growth across the UK and Ireland and play a key role in strengthening our position in your own territory.
Build and develop a portfolio of high-value accounts, win new business, and be the face of Multipanel in your region, with the autonomy to run things the way you know works, backed by an established international business.
This is a field-based commercial role for an experienced sales professional who thrives on results, builds lasting customer relationships, and knows how to convert opportunities into long-term revenue.
If you are commercially astute, self‑motivated, and experienced in B2B field sales, we want to hear from you.
What Will You Be Doing?
- Managing and growing a portfolio of existing Multipanel customers across the UK and Ireland, building deep, trust‑based relationships at all levels.
- Actively prospecting and winning new business, targeting sign & display fabricators, printers, distributors, and ACM panel end‑users.
- Building and maintaining a well‑qualified sales pipeline, tracked accurately in the CRM system from first contact through to close.
- Meeting and exceeding revenue and growth targets on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
- Delivering compelling product presentations, demonstrations, and tailored commercial proposals to prospects and customers.
- Attending regional trade shows, industry events, and association meetings to build market presence and generate leads.
- Monitoring the competitive landscape and providing actionable market intelligence to the Sales Director.
- Working closely with internal operations, logistics, and customer service teams to ensure an excellent customer experience.
About Us
Multipanel is the UK's only manufacturer of Aluminium Composite Material (ACM) panels, operating as part of Grimco, Inc., a leading North American distributor of sign‑making supplies and traffic safety products. We serve sign & display fabricators, printers, and specialist distributors across Europe, the UK, and Ireland.
Based at our manufacturing site in Eythorne, Kent, this role puts you at the heart of our local market, with the backing and resources of a major international parent company behind you.
Who We’re Looking For
- A minimum of 5 years' B2B field sales experience in sign & display, print, industrial products, building materials or related manufactured goods.
- Proven success in both account management and new business development across a defined territory.
- A track record of consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets in a self‑directed, field‑based commercial role.
- Highly organised and self‑motivated - able to manage a large territory independently with minimal supervision.
- Based in the UK, with the willingness and ability to travel extensively throughout the UK and Ireland (approx. 50% field‑based).
- Full driving licence.
The following would be advantageous but are not essential:
- Experience selling ACM panels or sign‑making substrates.
- An existing network within the UK or Irish sign & display or large format print market.
- Familiarity with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot.
What To Expect from Us
- A commercially meaningful, high‑autonomy field role with genuine impact on the growth of a well‑established international business.
- £45,000–£65,000 base salary + performance bonus tied to territory revenue and growth targets.
- £600 per month car lease budget to support extensive field travel.
- 28 days of annual leave including bank holidays, increasing by one day after two complete years of service.
- Company Pension Scheme via salary exchange.
- Employee Assistance Programme & Access to discounts through our HR system.
- Annual Christmas events and involvement in festive activities hosted by our parent company, Grimco.
- Opportunities for future growth in elevated roles within the organisation.
- The backing of a stable, well‑resourced North American parent company (Grimco, Inc.) committed to growth.
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Business Development Manager (UK & Ireland) in Eythorne employer: Multipanel UK LTD
Multipanel is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and high-autonomy role for a Business Development Manager in the UK and Ireland. With a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a supportive work culture backed by the resources of Grimco, Inc., employees enjoy opportunities for personal growth and development while making a meaningful impact on the company's commercial success. The company also fosters a collaborative environment with access to employee assistance programmes and festive events, ensuring a rewarding workplace experience.
