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The role.
An exciting opportunity to join a growing, internationally recognised engineering business with ambitious plans for expansion across the UK & Ireland.
We’re looking for a commercially driven and technically minded Business Development Manager to take ownership of a key region. You’ll lead on capital equipment sales, manage your own client base, and help shape the company’s growth in the UK&I.
Confident in building relationships and experienced in solution-based selling, you’ll thrive in a varied role with plenty of autonomy and support.
This is a full-time, permanent position offered on a hybrid basis, with travel across the UK & Ireland and occasional office visits to Norfolk.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Develop new business and grow existing accounts
- Manage the full sales cycle from lead to close
- Build strong relationships with clients, dealers, and agents
- Attend trade shows, site visits, and customer meetings
- Prepare quotes and proposals with internal support
- Maintain CRM data and support sales forecasting
- Feed market and competitor insights into strategy
- Collaborate with internal teams to support delivery
Why apply?
Join a forward-thinking, supportive company during an exciting growth phase. You'll have autonomy to shape your territory, backed by a reputable brand and experienced team.
You’ll receive a competitive salary, uncapped commission, and a company car, with long-term potential for growth. Flexible hybrid working and a collaborative culture make this a great place to develop your career.
What we’re looking for:
- Proven experience in capital equipment or industrial machinery sales
- Strong consultative selling skills and commercial awareness
- Excellent relationship-builder and confident communicator
- Comfortable working independently and across functions
- CRM/ERP proficiency; CAD knowledge a bonus
- Relevant degree (Sales, Engineering, etc.)
- Flexibility to travel across the UK & Ireland (~50%)
- Ability to commute to Norfolk as required
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