Visum Recruitment are delighted to be representing our client, a manufacturer within the Fluid Power industry, who are seeking an experienced and driven Business Development Manager to join them on a full-time, permanent basis.
The role of the Business Development Manager will be to develop new business opportunities and grow existing customer relationships across the UK. You will play a key role in driving revenue growth through proactive business development activities across a diverse range of industries, with a focus on increasing market share for hydraulic systems, fluid power components, electronic control solutions, and compressed air products.
Business Development Manager Job Overview
- Drive business growth by identifying, developing, and converting new and existing sales opportunities.
- Develop and implement key account strategies aligned with company growth and profitability objectives.
- Build and manage a strong sales pipeline, ensuring opportunities are progressed and converted effectively.
- Maintain and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders including purchasing, procurement, engineering, and maintenance teams.
- Identify customer requirements and develop value-based solutions that deliver mutual benefit.
- Prepare and present technical and commercial proposals to customers.
- Work closely with internal sales, technical, engineering, and procurement teams to deliver customer projects.
- Promote long-term business partnerships through a consultative sales approach.
- Follow up quotations and enquiries to maximise conversion rates and customer satisfaction.
- Conduct market analysis and customer mapping to identify opportunities for growth.
- Maintain accurate sales activity, forecasting, and reporting within company systems.
Business Development Manager Job Requirements
- Proven experience in business development or technical sales within the Fluid Power, Compressed Air or Electrical Transmissions industry
- Knowledge of Hydraulic Systems and Fluid Power Components.
- Good understanding of Electronic Control Interfaces.
- Demonstrable ability to identify, qualify, and convert sales opportunities.
- Strong commercial awareness with a good understanding of sales margins and profitability.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Business Development Manager Salary and Benefits
- Circa £45,000 + Bonus
- Company car or car allowance
- Company phone and laptop
- Remote field-based role
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Opportunity to work with a well-established and growing business within the Fluid Power sector
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