Business Development Manager, Engineering in Hull, North East

The Company Sumitomo Drive Technologies is a global leader in precision drive systems, industrial gearboxes, and engineered motion solutions. As part of Sumitomo Heavy Industries (Japan), they bring nearly 100 years of expertise and innovation to customers across EMEIA. With a strong international presence and a customer-first mindset, they are continuing to grow the UK team.

The Role We are looking for a driven and commercially focused Project Sales Manager to develop and grow the project business across the UK and Ireland. You must possess a keen interest in Power transmission / Mechanical products. This is a home-based role with significant travel, ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, customer engagement, and technical sales. The role requires traveling within the UK and Ireland and 'work from home' as and when needed, with expectations of an 80% Travel / 20% Home office split. Travelling within Europe is required for Group sales meetings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and develop target industries, applications, and customers.
• Drive and grow project-based sales across the UK & Ireland.
• Build strong relationships with existing customers and win new business.
• Conduct customer visits, presentations, and technical discussions.
• Select appropriate drive solutions, prepare quotations, and negotiate orders.
• Analyse applications, including troubleshooting and failure analysis.
• Collaborate with internal teams and international factories.
• Support order processing and resolve customer issues.
• Monitor market trends and provide insights to management.
• Contribute to sales strategy, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Review commercial contracts within project RFQs.

About You

• Background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in B2B industrial sales.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently.
• Willingness to travel extensively across the UK & Ireland.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with CRM systems desirable.

Whats On Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Attractive benefits package.
• High level of autonomy and responsibility.
• Opportunity to work in a global, innovative organisation.
• Supportive, informal working culture with flat hierarchies.
• Ongoing personal and professional development opportunities.

Why Join? Sumitomo Drive Technologies combines engineering excellence with a strong commitment to their people. The company values diversity, innovation, and individuals who are passionate about delivering real solutions to customers.

Package:

• Performance bonus - (15% of Annual salary).
• Pension contribution (company will pay 6%).
• Company Life insurance - 3 x Pensionable salary.
• Company Vehicle as prescribed within the company policy (Around 47k - Hybrid or Full electric).
• 36 hours per week.
• 28 Day holiday per year.

Apply now or contact Becki Moore at Westmoore Recruitment for more information. Westmoore Recruitment are proud to be working in partnership with the employer and are acting in the capacity of an employment agency for this permanent recruitment.