Business development manager

Business Development Manager - Garage Equipment

Location: Kent (Field-based across the region)
Salary: £32,000 - £42,000 Basic + Car Allowance + OTE: £50k+

Are you a driven sales professional looking for a dynamic, field-based role with strong earning potential? We are recruiting for an ambitious Business Development Manager to join a specialist company focused on Garage Equipment solutions.

This role is ideal for someone with experience in technical sales, engineering environments, or automotive/garage equipment who is looking to grow within a well-established and expanding business.

The Role

You will be responsible for developing new business and managing existing accounts across the Kent region, promoting a range of garage equipment solutions including lifts and tyre equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development - Identify and win new business opportunities within independent garages, service centres, and automotive workshops.

Account Management - Maintain and grow relationships with existing customers, ensuring repeat business and high levels of customer satisfaction.

Sales Strategy - Develop and implement effective territory plans to maximise sales performance and market penetration.

Client Engagement - Conduct site visits, understand customer needs, and provide tailored equipment solutions.

Pipeline Management - Maintain an active sales pipeline, provide accurate forecasts, and manage opportunities through to close.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a motivated and commercially minded individual who thrives in a field-based sales role and is confident building relationships at all levels.

Experience: Proven experience in a Business Development, Area Sales, or Account Management role. Exposure to garage equipment, automotive, or engineering sectors is highly desirable but not essential.

Skills: Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence and close deals. A proactive approach to prospecting and pipeline generation.

Mindset: Self-motivated, target-driven, and customer-focused with a professional and consultative sales approach.

Location: Based in Kent, with the ability to travel across the region.

Why Apply?

Competitive Package: £32k - £42k basic salary plus car allowance and uncapped earning potential.
Career Growth: Opportunity to join a growing company with excellent progression prospects.
Stability: Work with a well-regarded business with a strong reputation in the industry.

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Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

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