Business Development Manager
Oldbury based covering the Midlands, North UK & International Travel involved from time to time
£40,000 - £50,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits
The Best Connection are proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client for a driven and commercially astute Business Development Manager to join their growing team.
The Opportunity This is an exciting, field-based role focused on driving new business growth across the Midlands and the North of the UK, with the added opportunity to expand into international markets.
If you thrive on winning new business, building relationships, and delivering measurable growth, this role offers the perfect platform to make a real impact.
Working Hours Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:00
Key Responsibilities
Identify, target, and secure new customers across sectors including: Industrial Manufacturing Defence Insulation Packaging
Proactively generate leads through: Cold outreach and prospecting Networking and industry events
Site visits and relationship building
Build and manage a strong, self-generated sales pipeline
Conduct face-to-face client meetings and present tailored solutions
Convert opportunities into long-term, profitable partnerships
Develop and execute a strategic territory plan Drive international growth via: Export sales Distributors and OEM partnerships
Prepare quotations, proposals, and pricing strategies Negotiate contracts while protecting margins
Work collaboratively with operations, production, and technical teams
Track and report on sales performance and pipeline activity
✅ Candidate Requirements Proven success in business development within manufacturing or industrial sectors
Strong track record of winning new business and increasing revenue
Excellent communication, negotiation, and commercial acumen
Experience in technical or solution-based sales (desirable) Exposure to foam, plastics, materials, or conversion industries (advantageous)
Self-motivated and comfortable working independently in a field-based role Full UK driving licence
Flexibility for UK and international travel
What's On Offer Competitive salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (DOE)
Car allowance and Pension scheme
Opportunity to play a key role in national and international business growth Why Apply? This is more than just a sales role - it's an opportunity to take full ownership of growth in a dynamic, fast-moving environment, with the autonomy to shape your territory and drive international expansion.
Apply now to take the next step in your business development career.
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.