Business Development Manager
CV-LibraryBirmingham, West Midlands (County)permanentPosted: 18 March 2026
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Location: Site based in Berkshire. Primarily remote with minimal requirement to travel to site after first quarter.
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 DOE + commission
Hours: Monday to Friday, flexible working hours (37.5 hours per week)
Rapid Personnel are recruiting for a results-driven and commercially focused Business Development Manager to support the growth of a stainless steel fabrication business.
This is a predominantly remote based role focused on generating new business, building long-term client relationships, and driving revenue growth across key industrial sectors. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales along with a strong understanding of manufacturing, fabrication, or laser cutting processes.
Key Responsibilities
* Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities across the UK
* Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with new and existing clients
* Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through to closing deals
* Consistently achieve or exceed sales targets and KPIs
* Prepare and present quotations, negotiating pricing, terms, and delivery schedules
* Act as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the sales process
* Understand customer requirements and deliver practical, solution-based outcomes
* Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful project delivery
* Leverage industry knowledge to identify opportunities within manufacturing, stainless steel, fabrication, and laser cutting sectors
* Represent the business professionally at client meetings and industry events
* Maintain accurate records of sales activity and pipeline
* Provide regular updates, forecasts, and market insights to management
Essential Requirements
* Proven success in a Sales / Business Development role
* Strong industry knowledge in manufacturing, stainless steel, fabrication, or laser cutting
* Willingness and ability to travel across the UK for customer visits
* Flexibility to attend the Berkshire site as required (2–3 days during the first month, then approximately 1 day per month/quarter)
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
* Self-motivated, organised, and able to work independently
Desirable Skills
* Experience interpreting technical drawings
* Familiarity with CAD software
Location: Site based in Berkshire. Primarily remote with minimal requirement to travel to site after first quarter.
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 DOE + commission
Hours: Monday to Friday, flexible working hours (37.5 hours per week)
Rapid Personnel are recruiting for a results-driven and commercially focused Business Development Manager to support the growth of a stainless steel fabrication business.
This is a predominantly remote based role focused on generating new business, building long-term client relationships, and driving revenue growth across key industrial sectors. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales along with a strong understanding of manufacturing, fabrication, or laser cutting processes.
Key Responsibilities
* Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities across the UK
* Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with new and existing clients
* Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through to closing deals
* Consistently achieve or exceed sales targets and KPIs
* Prepare and present quotations, negotiating pricing, terms, and delivery schedules
* Act as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the sales process
* Understand customer requirements and deliver practical, solution-based outcomes
* Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful project delivery
* Leverage industry knowledge to identify opportunities within manufacturing, stainless steel, fabrication, and laser cutting sectors
* Represent the business professionally at client meetings and industry events
* Maintain accurate records of sales activity and pipeline
* Provide regular updates, forecasts, and market insights to management
Essential Requirements
* Proven success in a Sales / Business Development role
* Strong industry knowledge in manufacturing, stainless steel, fabrication, or laser cutting
* Willingness and ability to travel across the UK for customer visits
* Flexibility to attend the Berkshire site as required (2–3 days during the first month, then approximately 1 day per month/quarter)
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
* Self-motivated, organised, and able to work independently
Desirable Skills
* Experience interpreting technical drawings
* Familiarity with CAD software