Business Development Manager

Ford & Stanley Group, The Rail Recruitment Specialists are working with a £multimillion Global technology company, providing aftermarket solutions to driveline customers of products, on their search for a Business Development Manager. 

Opportunity

Requirement for an commercially aware BDM, ready to take the rail division of this market leader from £15m to £20million and beyond, with increased focus on sales and customer development. Establishing yourself as a commercial leader with engineering acumen, you will be in a prime stance for progression, and the sales division of the company look to succession plan. 

Key responsibilities:

• Manage customer enquiries for parts / overhaul / service requirements – work with the team to provide commercially viable solutions.
• Proactively work with clients to maintain relationships and develop opportunities.
• Provide technical support to customers.

Location:

Position can be based anywhere and is remote. However, the incumbent will need to be in Croydon when requested (e.g. every 1-2 weeks), but mainly visiting customers on a regular basis. 

Essential criteria: 

• 5 years’ of experience in Sales in UK Rail sector
• Excellent knowledge of UK Rail industry
• Excellent understanding of mechanical rail components, electrical systems knowledge would be advantageous.
• Good experience of key account management. 

Likely Job Titles: Business Development Manager / Sales Manager / Bid Engineer

About Ford & Stanley Group

Ford & Stanley Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness.

Ford & Stanley Group Ltd is a Disability Confident Committed employer and is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy.