Business Development Manager; Industrial Battery Technology

Alexander James Recruiting is currently working on an exclusive basis with a leading provider of industrial batteries accessories, technology and data related products. Focusing predominantly on the material handling sector they require a new Business Development Manager to work on a national basis in growing the end user customer basis in addition to forklift OEM’s & battery manufacturers. With a competitive salary and bonus on offer and scope for growth, this is fantastic opportunity for a consultative sales professional from either material handling or another sector looking to take on an exciting and challenging role with a market leading organisation.

• Targeting OEM’s, end user & distributor accounts across the UK in a number of different market sectors, mostly industrial and warehousing related
• Providing a solutions based approach in understanding customer requirements for batteries accessories and technology services
• Work in conjunction with material handling provider’s and other parties to ensure the customer expectations are fulfilled and a full solution is provided to an adequate standard
• Be supported by a team based in the UK and abroad to ensure customer requirements are met
• Occasional European travel to meet with existing customers

There is no set background for this role, but the company are keen on speaking to individuals in particular with a technical sales background with a good general financial understanding. Candidates with good numerical skills would also be preferred. Ultimately the company are looking for driven and energetic individuals with professionalism and a long-term aim of having a sales career. The role comes with a lot of investment in the candidate for the longer term including on-going training and development and consistent salary reviews.

A full UK driving license is also required. In terms of location you will ideally be located within the North West but my client are open to individual slightly further a field who are willing to travel to their office one day a week.

• Competitive basic salary dependent on experience (up to £40k)
• Uncapped commission/bonus with a realistic OTE of £50k-£60k
• Car Allowance
• Phone & Laptop
• Genuine growth opportunity, working with a fast growing yet already well established company within racking & storage
• Competitive holidays, pension and other benefits

Having been established for over a century, our client is a leading provider that specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced battery maintenance equipment and systems. They focus primarily on industrial batteries, such as those used in material handling equipment, electric vehicles, and standby power systems. They are now looking to add a new Business Development Manager to help to grow their already strong foothold across the UK.