Business Development Manager

Reading Permanent View Job Description
A fantastic opportunity has presented itself, for a Business Development Manager to join a market leading manufacturer and play a pivotal role in driving growth across new and existing accounts across Reading and the M4/M25 region.
  • Opportunity to represent a global leader in fluid system solutions
  • Play a pivotal role in driving growth across key UK markets

About Our Client

Our client is a world-renowned manufacturer and supplier of fluid system products and services, known for their engineering excellence and customer-focused solutions. With a reputation built on decades of reliability and innovation, they partner with industries ranging from energy and transportation to research and high-tech manufacturing. Their mission is to deliver high-quality products while ensuring safety, performance, and long-term value for customers.

Job Description

As a Business Development Manager, you will be at the forefront of expanding the client's footprint within the UK. This role offers the chance to combine commercial acumen with technical understanding, engaging directly with decision-makers across a wide range of industries. You will be responsible for driving growth, building strong customer relationships, and identifying new opportunities to deliver value-added solutions.

Key Responsibilities



  • Develop and implement strategies to grow sales and market share across defined sectors.


  • Build and nurture long-term relationships with customers, distributors, and key stakeholders.


  • Identify new business opportunities and drive solution-led sales conversations.


  • Collaborate with technical and operations teams to deliver customer-focused solutions.


  • Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback to inform growth plans.

The Successful Applicant

The experience required for the successful Business Development Manager will be:-



  • Proven track record in business development or sales, ideally within engineering, manufacturing, or industrial solutions.


  • Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify opportunities and close deals.


  • Excellent relationship-building skills, with experience engaging both technical and commercial stakeholders.


  • Self-driven, results-oriented, and comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.


  • Knowledge of fluid systems, valves, fittings, or technical products (advantageous but not essential).



What's on Offer

On offer is a competitive base salary plus package, as well as the opportunity to join an organisation that provide a platform for further growth and progression

Contact
Amit Johal
Quote job ref
JN-092025-6846209
Phone number
+44 1932 264 224

Job summary

Job function
Sales
Subsector
Technical / Industrial
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Reading
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Amit Johal
Consultant phone
+44 1932 264 224
Job reference
JN-092025-6846209