Business Development Manager - #2145504

Business Development Manager - Automotive Aftermarket Channels

Are you ready to take the wheel and drive your career forward? We're partnering with a globally recognised OE manufacturer to hire a Key Account Manager / Business Development Manager with proven experience in the Automotive Aftermarket. Your mission? To build, support and strengthen an expansive UK Distributor Network while influencing key players across the entire Aftermarket industry. This is your opportunity to shape relationships with large Motor Factors, ITG Buying Groups, and Aftermarket Distributors across both the Passenger Car Aftermarket and Commercial Vehicle Aftermarket verticals.

Ideal Location: Birmingham / Manchester / Leeds / Nottingham / Derby / Leicester / Coventry
Salary guide: Good Basic (guide c.£40k- £50k) + Bonus + Car Allowance + Pension

Our Perfect Fit

You'll have hands-on experience in the Automotive Aftermarket, possibly as a Sales Representative, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager or Key Account Manager, with a strong understanding of parts distribution and supply chains, from suppliers through distribution to end user / repairer networks.

Key Skills You'll Bring:

1. Experience in Account Management and Sales within the Automotive Aftermarket.
2. An ability to communicate at all levels-from boardroom discussions to garage workshop.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
4. Strong people skills to build relationships and sell concepts effectively.
5. Highly organised and tenacious with a solid work ethic.
6. Flexibility to travel across the region, including overnight stays when needed.
7. Smart in appearance, punctual, and able to make excellent first impressions.
8. Ambition to work with a global OEM Manufacturer in the Automotive Aftermarket.

£££ What We're Offering:

• A chance to grow your career with a great Automotive OEM producer.
• Competitive salary package with bonuses, car allowance, pension, and personal development opportunities including career advancement.

Ready to Apply?

We're hiring now, so don't miss out! To apply, send your CV to detailing how your experience matches our requirements along with your location and salary expectations.

For an informal chat, call Glen Shepherd on (phone number removed). Online interviews and questions are being handled by our exclusive recruitment partner, Glen Callum Associates.

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