Business Development Manager

gap personnel are now looking for a Business Development Manager with technical credibility and commercial drive to expand our clients reach across key sectors including industrial automation, renewable energy, defence, and automotive.

This is a standout opportunity to shape the sales strategy of a growing technical division with strong market demand. You will benefit from:

• Working with an experienced, collaborative engineering team
• Selling high quality, market leading products built on precision and environmental excellence
• Autonomy to develop new markets and influence long term commercial direction
• Being part of a supportive, people focused group that invests in its employees.

Role Overview

As Business Development Manager, you will develop and deliver a growth-focused sales strategy that drives new business and expands existing accounts. You’ll build strong relationships with design engineers, procurement teams and senior decision-makers, presenting tailored solutions backed by our clients technical expertise and ISO-accredited quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a robust strategic sales plan
• Build and manage a high-quality pipeline across core technical sectors
• Identify, qualify and grow new business opportunities
• Engage with customers at all levels, from engineering teams to procurement
• Collaborate closely with production and technical teams to meet customer specifications
• Provide accurate sales forecasting and market insights
• Use quality, traceability and environmental credentials to differentiate our offering.

Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone with the perfect blend of engineering understanding and commercial ambition to truly hit the ground running

Personal Attributes

• Technically confident and able to explain engineering concepts clearly
• Strong relationship builder with excellent communication skills
• Commercially driven with a proactive, ambitious mindset
• Able to work independently and collaboratively across departments.

Benefits

• Company pension through a salary exchange scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Special recognition/birthday day off
• Paid social impact day
• Life assurance
• Healthcare cash plan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discounts to well known retailers