Job reference
4286RC_1758963614
Company Name
Salary
£50000 - £60000 per annum + Car + Healthcare + Life Assurance
Location
Maidstone
Industry sector
Sales
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
27/10/2025
Posted date
27/09/2025
Closing date
18/10/2025
Business Development Manager - Automotive Aftermarket
Focused on Growth. Driven by Results?
Are you an experienced Business Development Manager / Field Sales Executive and natural dealmaker with a deep understanding of the automotive aftermarket? Do you thrive on winning new business and turning prospects into long-term customers?
We're looking for a Business Development Manager / Field Sales Executive to take the lead in growing our presence across South East UK / London. This is a high-impact, field-based role focused on new customer acquisition, while also managing and developing a portfolio of existing trade accounts.
If you're a results-oriented sales, professional ready to make your mark in a fast-moving, competitive industry-this is your opportunity.
Ideally Located - South East UK / London
Salary - Circa £50K basic plus 20% bonus + Company Car + Laptop / Phone + Pension + 25 days Hols (inc BH 33 days total) + Health Care + Life Assurance + Career Progression
What You'll Be Doing
* Identifying and securing new business opportunities within the automotive aftermarket-especially through garages, workshops, motor factors, and trade distributors.
* Developing a consistent pipeline of new prospects, with a focus on conversion and long-term value.
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with existing accounts to unlock further sales potential.
* Promoting product ranges and tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of trade customers.
* Working closely with technical and internal teams to deliver a seamless customer experience.
* Leading sales presentations, attending trade events, and gathering real-time market intelligence.
* Reviewing customer performance, tracking sales metrics, and adjusting strategies to hit and exceed targets.
Your Objectives
* Deliver significant new customer growth in your territory.
* Increase revenue and product penetration across your existing customer base.
* Provide regular, insightful reporting on performance, challenges, and opportunities.
What You'll Bring
* Proven success in B2B sales, ideally within the automotive aftermarket or a similar trade environment.
* Solid experience in managing accounts and growing them over time.
To Apply
Job Ref: 4286RC Business Development Manager