Business Development Manager

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

Send your CV to Robert Cox Senior Recruitment Consultant at Glen Callum Associates Ltd on or call Rob on (phone number removed).

Job Ref: 4286RC Business Development Manager