Job Description
Business Development Executive
Kilrea | NI & UK Travel
Selling into engineering and manufacturing is one thing.
Building long-term partnerships with global machinery brands is another.
This role sits firmly in the second category.
The Opportunity
This is a chance to step into a business that is actively scaling across the UK engineering and manufacturing market.
You will not be handed a ledger and told to maintain it.
You will be trusted to:
* open new doors
* build meaningful commercial relationships
* convert opportunities into long-term, repeat revenue
The business is investing heavily in automation, capacity, and innovation, positioning itself as a strategic supplier to major machinery and industrial brands
This role is about growth. Real growth.
What You Will Be Responsible For
* Driving new business across Northern Ireland and Great Britain
* Developing existing accounts into long-term commercial partnerships
* Planning and leading customer visits aligned to revenue targets
* Representing the business at trade shows, exhibitions, and industry events
* Using market insight to identify opportunities and support strategy
* Managing your pipeline and activity through CRM
* Working closely with operations and engineering teams to deliver for customers
What This Role Needs (And What It Doesn’t)
You do not need to be an engineer.
But you do need to be comfortable operating in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
That might come from:
* selling fabrication, machining, or engineering services
* working with OEMs or industrial clients
* understanding how production, quality, and delivery impact commercial decisions
If you’ve sold into technical environments and can hold your own in those conversations, you’ll fit.
What We Are Looking For
* Experience in sales or business development
* Exposure to engineering, manufacturing, or technical products/services
* Ability to build credibility with technical and commercial stakeholders
* A proactive, self-starting approach
* Strong organisation and pipeline management
* Confidence using CRM systems and digital tools
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
What You Will Get
* Clear progression in a growing, ambitious business
* Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decisions
* Ongoing development, mentoring, and training
* 29 days annual leave
* Pension and healthcare plan
* Early finish Fridays
Why This Business
This is not a transactional sales environment.
The business is building toward:
* £50M turnover
* deep sector penetration across automotive, agriculture, and energy
* long-term customer partnerships and multi-year contracts
* investment in automation, robotics, and Industry 4.0
You will be part of that journey.
Final Word
If you’ve been selling into technical environments and want:
* more ownership
* more impact
* a clearer path forward
this is worth a conversation.