Automotive Corporate Business Development Manager

Location: Crawley, West Sussex
Pay: £35,000 Basic, £65,000 OTE
Hours: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week (some overtime may be required)Join Our Client’s Family-Run Car Dealer Group and Drive Success!

Are you a motivated and experienced business development professional looking to make an impact in the automotive sector? Our client, a respected family-run car dealer group, is seeking a Corporate Business Development Manager to play a key role in their exciting journey of growth and transformation.

Your Role: As a Corporate Business Development Manager, you will be instrumental in expanding the corporate client base and driving business growth. Your main responsibilities will include:

Lead Generation: Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the corporate sector, actively expanding the client portfolio.
Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, understanding their unique needs and offering tailored automotive solutions.
Market Research: Conduct comprehensive market research to stay ahead of trends, identify opportunities, and understand the competitive landscape.
Sales Support: Assist in the preparation of proposals, presentations, and sales materials, providing crucial support for business development efforts.
Networking: Attend industry events, networking sessions, and trade shows to promote the dealership brand and expand the corporate client base.
Collaboration: Work closely with the Group Corporate Sales Manager and team members to implement effective strategies and achieve sales targets.
Reporting: Maintain accurate records of sales activities and provide regular updates to the management team.What Our Client is Looking For in their Automotive Business Development Manager:
Experience: A minimum of 12 months of experience in business-to-business sales within the automotive sector.
Skills: Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills with the ability to build rapport and establish long-term relationships with clients.
Drive: A self-motivated, proactive approach, thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Positive Attitude: A positive, can-do attitude that fosters a motivating and uplifting work environment.Why Join Our Client as a Business Development Manager?
Opportunity: Be part of a growing team with significant opportunities for career advancement.
Culture: Work in a collaborative environment that values excellence and continuous improvement.
Rewards: Enjoy a competitive salary, company car, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.What’s in It for You as a Business Development Manager with our client?
Supportive Team: Work with friendly, passionate professionals who love what they do.
Great Perks: Competitive pay, great benefits, and plenty of room to grow within the company.
Training Provided: New to the role? Don’t worry—comprehensive training will be provided to ensure your success.
Generous Holiday Package: 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days with service, plus your birthday off!
Staff Purchase Scheme: Discounts on cars and motorbikes.
Health Plan: Access to a medical health cash plan.
Enhanced Parental Benefits
Flexible Holidays: The option to buy and sell holiday days.
Growth Opportunities: Benefit from job shadowing schemes and clear career pathways.
Additional Perks: High street discount vouchers, sabbatical leave, long service awards, and more!For more information about this Corporate Business Development Manager role or to explore other automotive opportunities in Crawley, West Sussex, please contact Sam Enderby at Perfect Placement today! Sam specialises in helping professionals like you find the perfect automotive job.

Perfect Placement is the UK’s leading Automotive Recruitment Consultancy. If you’re looking to refresh your automotive career, get in touch with us—we have a wide range of motor trade jobs available across the UK