Business Development Manager

We are a leading global manufacturer of industrial consumables and surface finishing solutions. We are currently looking for a progressive and dynamic Business Development Manager to drive growth across a well-established territory covering the South. BASIC SALARY: up to £55,000 BENEFITS: 25 days annual leave Company car Annual bonus circa 20% of salary Life cover (3x salary) LOCATION: This is a home-based role covering a territory stretching from London, through the South Midlands and across into South Wales. COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Bristol, Bath, Swindon, Reading, Oxford, Luton, Northampton, Worcester, Banbury, Milton Keynes, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Worcester, Cardiff, Newport, Swansea. JOB DESCRIPTION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager - Industrial Consumables, Components, Surface Preparation As our Business Development Manager, you''ll be responsible for developing sales across a diverse customer base including OEM manufacturers, major industrial end users and distribution partners. The role involves spending significant time within manufacturing environments, understanding customer production processes, identifying opportunities for improvement and recommending technically appropriate solutions from our extensive product portfolio. You will: Split your focus approximately 50/50 between direct OEM customers and distribution partners. Develop a balanced mix of new business and account management opportunities across the territory. Re-engage ..... full job details .....