Job role: Business Development Manager
Salary: £50,000
Location: 4 days on the road with 1 day in the Leicester office
A highly successful and growing UK engineering and manufacturing business is looking to appoint a Business Development Manager to support the next phase of its commercial growth.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-invested, family-run organisation operating at the forefront of laser cutting, fabrication, folding, finishing, and assembly, supplying high-profile customers across engineering, infrastructure, rail, construction, and industrial sectors.
The Role
The Business Development Manager will play a key role in driving profitable growth, focusing on the acquisition of new large accounts while also managing and developing a defined portfolio of existing customers.
You will be responsible for proactively identifying opportunities, building long-term client relationships, and managing the full sales cycle from initial engagement through to deal closure. The role will also contribute to wider commercial strategy and long-term growth plans.
Key Responsibilities
New Business Development & Sales
Identify, target, and secure new large accounts in line with business growth strategy
Develop tailored approaches to engage new and hard-to-reach customers
Manage the full sales cycle: prospecting, meetings, proposals, tenders, negotiation, and close
Build and maintain strong relationships with Tier 1 and strategic accounts
Maintain an active and structured sales pipeline with consistent outbound activity
Produce account plans, forecasts, and updates for senior leadership
Represent the business at industry events, exhibitions, and client meetings
Work closely with marketing, internal sales, quoting, and production teams to maximise opportunities Account Management
Manage and grow a portfolio of existing customers
Act as the primary point of contact, ensuring excellent service and communication
Conduct regular client reviews to identify repeat business, upsell, and cross-sell opportunities
Coordinate internally to ensure technically sound, on-time solutions Reporting & Commercial Insight
Provide regular sales performance reports and market insight
Monitor competitor activity and emerging market trends
Support senior management with commercial strategy and growth initiatives About You
Minimum 4 years' experience in B2B sales or business development
Background in sheet metal fabrication, engineering, manufacturing, or related sectors (rail, automotive, construction, industrial)
Proven ability to win new business and develop key accounts independently
Strong understanding of technical or engineered solutions selling
Comfortable working with medium to large corporate customers and procurement processes
Technically minded, with an understanding of mechanical engineering processes (laser cutting, fabrication, finishing advantageous)
Confident using CRM systems (HubSpot experience beneficial) Skills & Attributes
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
Relationship-driven with a consultative sales approach
Highly self-motivated, proactive, and results-focused
Organised, detail-oriented, and commercially astute
Professional, collaborative, and committed to long-term career development Benefits
Car Allowance
Life assurance
Above statutory holiday allowance (with service-related increases)
40-hour working week
Onsite gym
Pension scheme
Ongoing training and development
Company-provided workwear and PPE
On-site parking and staff canteen
Employee Assistance Programme About Precision People
Precision People is a leading recruitment agency that specialises in sourcing top talent for Engineering, Technical, Sales and Senior Management roles across a wide range of industries. With a focus on precision and quality, their team of expert recruiters works tirelessly to match the best candidates with the right employers, ensuring that both parties benefit from a successful partnership.
Precision People has the expertise and resources to help you find the perfect role. With a deep understanding of the industry and a commitment to excellence, they have built a reputation for delivering exceptional results and exceeding their candidates expectations.
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