Business Development Manager

Do you have great business development knowledge and know how to get leads and turn those into sales?

Do you have knowledge of selling aftermarket an retorfitted machinery and equipment?

Do you have good contacts within the fleet management operators of large commercia vehicles, at local authorities and at private sector organisations?

If you've got three yes' so far then this is the role for you!

This role is focused on business development, relationship management, and leveraging existing industry contacts to generate immediate opportunities. We want someone that knows how to sell machinery / capital equipment and has previously done this to local councils and other major fleets of large vehicles. As Business Development Manager you will be responsible for identifying and securing new business, with a strong emphasis on aftermarket machinery solutions for large vehicles. A key part of the role is your ability to access and influence decision-makers within local authorities, councils, and other public sector organisations, as well as other large fleets of large on and off highway vehicles, and re-engage with your existing industry contacts.

Business Development Manager - Key responsibilities - Aftermarket, Automotive, Large Vehicles, Business Development, Council, Local Authority, Commercial Vehicles, Fleet

Develop and execute a business development strategy for aftermarket machinery sales

Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, councils, and public sector clients

Build and maintain strong relationships with other fleets of large on and off highway commercial vehicles

Leverage existing network and contacts to generate leads and close deals

Identify new opportunities for the company's product range

Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting through to closing and account management

Work closely with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions for clients

Meet and exceed sales targets and revenue goals

Maintain accurate pipeline and reporting

Business Development Manager - About you - Aftermarket, Automotive, Large Vehicles, Business Development, Council, Local Authority, Commercial Vehicles, Fleet

Proven experience in a sales or business development role within aftermarket machinery or a related sector

Strong existing network within local authorities, councils, or similar organisations

Demonstrable track record of winning new business and growing accounts

Commercially driven with a proactive, self-starting approach

Excellent relationship-building and negotiation skills

Ability to quickly convert existing contacts into sales opportunities

Full UK driving licence

Business Development Manager - What we offer - Aftermarket, Automotive, Large Vehicles, Business Development, Council, Local Authority, Commercial Vehicles, Fleet

Competitive base salary with uncapped commission

Company vehicle or car allowance

Opportunity to shape and grow a key business area

Supportive team environment with clear progression opportunities

This role is ideal for someone who already has established relationships in the sector and can hit the ground running, bringing both contacts and credibility to drive immediate results. If this is you, please do apply now!