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Business Development Manager (Industrial Automation)

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Business Development Manager (Industrial Automation)

£55,000 - £60,000 (OTE £70K) + Car Allowance + Progression + Training + Healthcare + 25 Days Holiday

Remote

Are you a Business Development Manager with expertise in Industrial Automation, looking for an autonomous and strategic role where you can shape commercial direction and enter emerging markets such as Renewables, all while being recognised and rewarded for your success?

This is a rare chance to join a globally renowned leader with a century of technical heritage and a cutting-edge product portfolio exceeding 1,000 solutions. As the company continues to scale with strategic focus on growth sectors, this role offers accelerated career advancement for proven performers.

You'll operate as a key driver of new business, working alongside experts in automation and connectivity to deliver technically tailored system solutions to a high-value client base. With the freedom to engage clients face-to-face and the support of a deeply knowledgeable technical team, you'll drive substantial value into key industrial markets.

This role would suit a Business Development Manager with a background in Industrial Automation, who wants to lead commercial expansion in the renewables space for a global innovation leader, with the support, structure and reward to match.

The Role:

Proactively develop new business across the Energy sector
Drive sales initiatives both nationally and internationally
Focus on strategic, long-term client engagement and solutions
Conduct product demonstrations and client training
Remote role covering UK-wide territoryThe Person:

Business Development Manager or similar background
Background in Industrial AutomationKeywords: Industrial Automation, Energy, BDM, Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Account Manager, National, Remote, Connectivity, Renewables

Reference: BBBH19310

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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