Business Development Manager

Location: Stoke-on-trent

I believe the best sales roles give you three things: a market that's growing, a product you can stand behind, and the autonomy to make a real impact. This, is exactly that! As a global leader in the manufacture of high-quality metal detectors and checkweighers for the food and pharmaceutical industries and a reputation built on reliability and innovation, we are now investing heavily in UK growth.

As part of that growth, we are looking for a commercially driven Business Development Manager to take ownership of the Northwest region. BASIC SALARY: circa £60,000 BENEFITS: OTE commission: £20,000 (£5,000 guaranteed in year one) 25 Days Holiday, plus Bank holidays Company Vehicle or allowance Access to company benefits package including pension, wellbeing support and lifestyle benefits LOCATION: Home based in the Northwest of England You could live: Manchester, Liverpool, Stoke on Trent, Preston, Blackburn, Chester, Warrington, Crewe or Stockport Why this role stands out: Genuine earning potential - uncapped with strong accelerators Low-risk start - year one is all about learning;

your effort and activity are more important than the end results Autonomy - you own your region, your strategy, and your pipeline Market leading product - high-quality, technically strong solutions that address real issues. Global backing - established brand with clear growth ambitions JOB DESCRIPTION: Business Development Manager Sales Manager, Regional Sales Manager - capital equipment, metal detectors, checkweighers, food manufacturing This Business Development Manager role isn't an account management role disguised as new business.

Whilst you'll inherit existing customers (c150) including some national and global brand owners, and you'll look to grow them we want to be clear this is about engaging with those new targets as our products are built to last! The real success in this role comes from your ability to open doors, build relationships, and win new business with your target audience.

You'll take full ownership of your territory:
Developing long-term, strategic relationships (sale cycles include trials / demos and can be 8 weeks, but also up to 2 years) Identify, target and approach new applications and sales opportunities (we know most of your targets, 90% of which are food and beverage manufacturers) Managing the full sales cycle from prospecting through to close Working collaboratively across, engineering, procurement, operations and senior leadership decision makers to deliver the right technical solution Average Order Values of c £15,000-£30,000 with one to two sales per order, three to four orders per month.

This is a role for someone who enjoys being out in the field, getting face to face, influencing decisions, and building something over time. PERSON SPECFICIATION : Business Development Manager Sales Manager, Regional Sales Manager - capital equipment, metal detectors, checkweighers, food manufacturing We are open on background! You'll be a tenacious individual who enjoys the autonomy of running your own territory, you'll be humble and hungry to learn.

Our products have key features and the client has a legal obligation to use them (ours or the competition), you'll enjoy selling via pride and belief as well as knowledge and integrity. This Business Development Manager role will suit someone who is:
Proven in field-based B2B sales (most likely equipment or components into food, packaging, or manufacturing) Proven and confident working at both operational and strategic levels Comfortable with longer sales cycles and technical conversations, with the ability to close and drive next steps. Self-motivated, organised, and proactive in building a territory Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys creating opportunities rather than waiting for them.

THE COMPANY: Established for over 30 years, sales in 40 countries and operations across 4 continents means we can truly offer a global reach.

Our commitment to quality and the pursuit of outstanding service never waivers. We are proud of our products, people and our enviable list of clients. Come and be part of something where you're valued, empowered and…