Company description:
ClearCourse
Job description:
Business Development Manager Garage Management Software & Payments Remote role | UK and Ireland | Field-based travel
Garage Data Systems (GDS) is a leading provider of garage management software, supporting independent workshops across the UK and Ireland. Part of the ClearCourse group, GDS is entering an exciting growth phase as we evolve from our established desktop platform to a new cloud-based solution, alongside Garage Pay, our integrated payments offering.
To support this next stage of growth, we are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager focused on new logo acquisition to help expand GDSs presence across the automotive aftermarket.
The Role This is a remote, new-business sales role focused on winning new garage customers across the UK and Ireland, with regular travel for face-to-face meetings, demonstrations, and industry events.
You will be responsible for selling GDSs full product suite, including Version 6 desktop, our next-generation cloud platform, and Garage Pay. The role carries clear monthly and quarterly sales targets and plays a direct role in delivering GDSs commercial growth strategy.
What Youll Be Doing Identifying and engaging independent garages, repair centres, workshop managers, and business owners across the automotive aftermarket
Generating new opportunities through outbound prospecting and cold calling to build and maintain a healthy pipeline
Meeting customers in person and remotely to understand how their businesses operate and where technology can improve efficiency, profitability, and compliance
Delivering tailored demonstrations of GDS software and payments solutions, clearly linking features to operational and commercial outcomes
Managing the full sales cycle from first contact through to close
Building long-term relationships with new customers and identifying opportunities to upsell additional features, cloud upgrades, and integrated payments
Working closely with marketing, onboarding, and support teams to ensure a smooth transition from sale to go-live
Maintaining accurate CRM records, pipeline data, and forecasts, and reporting regularly on progress and performance
Representing GDS at trade shows, industry events, and regional garage forums
Feeding customer insight and recurring pain points back into the product team to support ongoing development
What Were Looking For A proven track record in B2B sales or business development
Experience selling into the automotive aftermarket, SaaS, or payments is highly desirable
Comfortable with new logo acquisition and proactive outbound sales activity
Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
Experience managing a sales pipeline and working to defined targets
Ability to work independently in a remote, field-based role and manage time effectively
Why Join GDS and ClearCourse A growing business with a strong reputation in the garage sector
A key role supporting a major transition from desktop to cloud technology
Products that genuinely help independent garages run better businesses
The backing, investment, and stability of the ClearCourse Group
A high-impact role with direct visibility and influence on growth
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