Business Development Manager

Position: Business Development Manager Location: Hereford (20% home / 70% travelling / 10% Hereford) Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 + Bonus + Company Car + Pension etc If there’s something stopping you from achieving all you’re capable of, you’ll relish a role with a company that will positively encourage you to be proactive — a genuine opportunity to make an impact and help drive business growth. Our client is an established and highly respected manufacturer supplying precision-engineered solutions into demanding industrial sectors. Due to continued growth and ambitious future plans, they are now seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated sales professional who enjoys developing new business, building long-term relationships, and operating within a technical manufacturing environment. The Role You will be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities while also developing key existing customer relationships across a range of industrial markets. The role will involve significant customer interaction and travel, making it ideal for a proactive and personable individual who thrives in a customer-facing environment. Key Responsibilities * Identify and develop new business opportunities across target markets * Build strong long-term relationships with both new and existing customers * Prepare quotations, negotiate pricing, and secure commercial agreements * Lead negotiations and close high-value opportunities * Develop and implement sales strategies to support company growth * Work closely with internal teams to ensure excellent customer delivery and support * Interpret technical drawings and specifications where required * Represent the business professionally at customer meetings and industry events Skills & Experience Required * Proven experience within Business Development / Technical Sales * Background within manufacturing, engineering, plastics, rubber, industrial products, or related sectors * Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills * Excellent communication and relationship-building ability * Ability to understand technical drawings and specifications * Proficient with Microsoft Office and CRM systems This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Business Development professional seeking a role where they can genuinely influence growth and become a key part of a successful business. The successful candidate will enjoy a salary of £55,000 to £60,000 plus excellent prospects, an employment package that you would expect from a company that values its employees. Do you have the courage to take on this challenge?