National Business Development Manager

National Business Development Manager - Premium Industrial Coatings

Location: Field-based (National Remit) / Office based in OxfordshireRemuneration: Circa £60,000 Base Salary + Performance-Related BonusBenefits Package: Premium Company Car, Subsidised Healthcare, 24 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, and a Full Christmas Shutdown

The Opportunity

We are seeking a sophisticated, high-energy National Business Development Manager to spearhead a brand new commercial division from the ground up. You will enjoy total functional autonomy to target a wide-open UK market, fully supported by a state-of-the-art facility that genuinely delivers on its operational promises. As the National Business Development Manager, your success will directly shape the future growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Market Expansion: Identify, target, and secure high-value commercial accounts across fabrication, metalworking, and OEMs.
• Pipeline Ownership: Build and manage a robust UK-wide sales pipeline from structured cold outreach through to final closing.
• Technical Consultation: Conduct professional site visits to assess client requirements, advise on exact specifications, and deliver tailored finishing solutions.
• Commercial Proposals: Formulate precise contract quotations and pricing models aligned with high-end production capacity and margin targets.
• Operational Collaboration: Partner closely with internal technical and production teams to ensure flawless service delivery and maintain high service levels.
• Data Governance: Maintain rigorous CRM records and pipeline forecasts to support executive strategic planning.

Candidate Requirements

• Mandatory: Demonstrable field sales success exclusively within the powder coating or industrial surface finishing sector.
• Commercial Expertise: Deep knowledge of powder coating pricing structures, transport logistics, lead times, and technical quotation metrics.
• Technical Literacy: Total confidence discussing finishes, micron specifications, quality standards, and capacities with engineers, fabricators, and OEMs.
• Professional Drive: A self-motivated, organised professional comfortable managing their own national travel schedule and diary.
• Licence: Full UK driving licence.

If you are looking for the next step in your career with a well-established and respected local company, then apply for this role now!

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About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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