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Business Development Manager

Ref: AS1616249

Leeds, UK

£45,000

  • Permanent
  • Mechanical Engineering Sector
  • Proactive Sales Strategies
  • Relationship Management

About the candidate

The candidate is a seasoned Business Development Manager with a strong background in the gearbox and coupling industries, combining over three years of experience in sales and marketing roles with expertise in developing new business opportunities and building significant relationships with key stakeholders. They have been instrumental in driving increased sales and market visibility in their previous roles within mechanical engineering and industrial equipment sectors. Known for a proactive approach and robust negotiation skills, the candidate is well-equipped to enhance any sales team.

Their employment history includes impactful positions at a regional manufacturing company, a mid-size industrial equipment firm, and a national machinery supplier. In these roles, they have successfully managed lead generation initiatives, implemented effective sales strategies, and maintained high levels of customer satisfaction. Their strategic vision and ability to adapt to new challenges make them a compelling candidate for a permanent business development role.

What makes them great?

  • Captivating negotiator and relationship manager: Successfully fostered new partnerships that led to a 30% increase in order intake at a regional manufacturing enterprise.
  • Effective strategist: Engineered marketing and sales campaigns that improved customer acquisition by 20% at a national machinery supplier.
  • Driver of growth: Developed training programs which boosted customer satisfaction by 15% at an industrial equipment firm.

Areas of expertise

  • Mechanical engineering sector: Demonstrated capacity for increasing order intake by 30% through strategic client engagement and partnership development in the mechanical engineering industry.
  • Lead generation and marketing campaigns: Proficient in spearheading market analysis and lead generation strategies, improving brand visibility and customer acquisition rates.
  • Training and team support: Skilled in organising and conducting training sessions that enhance product knowledge and customer service delivery.