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.
Interested? 
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