Business Development Manager – Metal Manufacturing

Cheshire / North West England – field-based

Car allowance or company vehicle

Uncapped commission with ongoing account revenue

Are you a proactive salesperson with experience in metal fabrication, pressings, stampings or precision engineering?

We’re recruiting for an established and profitable UK manufacturer supplying fabricated metal parts and components to globally recognised businesses and their wider supply chains.

The company has built a strong customer base without a dedicated sales function. With long-term contracts, proven capabilities and an excellent reputation already in place, it is now looking for someone to drive the next stage of its growth.

The Opportunity

This is a genuine new-business role for someone who enjoys getting in front of customers.

You’ll identify prospects, pick up the phone, arrange meetings, visit manufacturing sites and turn technical requirements into profitable commercial opportunities.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Identifying and approaching new customers across relevant manufacturing sectors
  • Generating leads through research, networking and the company’s online prospecting platform
  • Arranging and attending face-to-face customer meetings
  • Developing additional opportunities within existing accounts
  • Understanding customer requirements and coordinating quotations
  • Working closely with the Technical Director to develop suitable manufacturing solutions
  • Representing the business at trade shows and industry events
  • Contributing ideas to the company’s website, digital presence and wider sales strategy
  • Maintaining an accurate pipeline and reporting on activity, quotations and wins
  • Travelling throughout the UK and internationally when required

What We’re Looking For

You should have:

  • Sales or business development experience within metal manufacturing
  • Knowledge of metal fabrication, pressings, stampings, sheet metal or engineered components
  • A proven ability to generate new business and develop customer relationships
  • Confidence making outbound calls and arranging face-to-face meetings
  • A proactive, resilient and self-motivated approach
  • Strong commercial and communication skills
  • The ability to understand technical requirements and discuss them with customers
  • A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly

Experience selling into sectors such as aerospace, automotive, defence, rail, energy, construction, industrial equipment or general engineering would be particularly relevant.

What’s on Offer

  • £40,000–£45,000+, with no commission ceiling
  • Car allowance
  • Company vehicle available for customer visits
  • Bonuses linked to meetings, quotations and new-business wins
  • Ongoing commission from the customers you introduce
  • Direct access to the company’s senior leadership and technical expertise
  • The opportunity to establish and shape a new sales function
  • Genuine influence over the company’s future growth

This role will suit someone based in the North West who is comfortable spending most of their time meeting customers rather than sitting behind a desk.

If you know metal manufacturing, enjoy opening doors and want to be rewarded for the revenue you generate, apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.