Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager | Hybrid | Up to £70,000 + Company Car | Scotland/Northern England

The Opportunity:

An ambitious Business Development Manager is required to act as the driving force behind the growth of a leading specialist consultancy in the rail sector. With a reputation for delivering expert engineering solutions and technical expertise across a wide range of impactful projects, the company is at the cusp of remarkable growth and looking for a results driven individual to take them to the next level.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward thinking, innovative company with plans to triple the size of their business by 2028. As the Business Development Manager, you will have the chance to directly influence the direction of the business by leveraging your expertise and network of industry contacts to turn this vision into reality.

This is a brand-new role within the business, offering the perfect opportunity for a driven individual who thrives in a high-growth environment, eager to make a tangible impact on the future of the company by:

• Driving business expansion across the Scotland and Northern England regions by leveraging established relationships with key depots.
• Representing a respected and well-established name in the rail industry, acting as the face of the business.
• Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities to broaden the client base and fuel growth.
• Strengthen relationships with key stakeholders and ensure excellent customer service.
• Working directly with the directors, playing a key role in executing the company’s vision and strategic growth within the rail sector.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver customised, high-impact solutions that meet client needs.
• Contributing to the overall business strategy and help shape future opportunities.

Working Practices:

• Take control of your own schedule, with a flexible mix of remote work, office-based, and client visits.
• There will be expectations to travel to meet with clients and occasional travel to the offices based in Hamilton or Edinburgh

 Candidate Essentials:

• Previous experience of being a Sales Manager, BDM Manager or Executive in the rolling stock sector (Desirable)
• Established relationships and key contacts across depots in Scotland and Northern England (Essential)
• Full UK Driving License (Essential)
• Strong commercial acumen with a results driven mindset (Essential)

How the apply for the Business Development Manager role

If you are interested in the Business Development Manager role, then please apply via this job board. For more information, please get in touch with the Consultant listed on this page.

Likely Job Titles: Sales Manager, Business Development Executive, Account Manager, Client Relationship Manager, Key Account Manage, Commercial Manager, Regional Sales Manager, Field Sales Manager, Client Development Manager, Growth Manager

About Ford & Stanley group
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