Business Development Manager

MCS Group are delighted to be partnering with a growing and ambitious engineering and manufacturing business to recruit a Business Development Manager to join their senior leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven professional to play a pivotal role in shaping company strategy, driving revenue growth, and expanding market presence across Ireland, GB, and international markets.This well-established business has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality engineered solutions across multiple industries and continues to invest in innovation, people, and long-term growth. The successful candidate will take ownership of the company's sales performance, leading the Sales function while developing strong customer relationships and identifying new business opportunities across targeted sectors and geographies.Roles & ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute a clear business development and sales strategy aligned with company growth objectivesLead, coach, and manage the Sales Team to achieve targets and drive continuous improvementIdentify and secure new business opportunities across target sectors and geographic marketsStrengthen both new and existing customer relationships by supporting customers and understanding their operational requirementsManage the full sales lifecycle from initial enquiry through quotation, negotiation, and order placementWork closely with engineering, production, and technical teams to develop tailored customer solutionsOversee marketing activities including branding, customer communications, digital presence, and industry eventsPrepare and deliver professional customer presentations, proposals, and commercial negotiationsEnsure all sales and marketing activities operate within agreed budgets while delivering strong commercial returnsContribute to wider company strategy and decision-making as part of the senior management teamSupport the continued development of the company's presence within quarrying, agricultural, waste machinery, and related engineering sectorsMonitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities to support long-term business growthEssential CriteriaProven experience in a senior business development or sales leadership role within engineering or manufacturingDemonstrated track record of delivering revenue growth and managing key customer accountsExperience working with OEM customers and complex engineered productsPrevious experience creating and implementing sales strategy within an engineering or manufacturing environmentSelf-motivated and results-driven with the ability to operate strategically and operationallyExperience developing international marketsStrong understanding of general engineering principles, ideally within quarrying, agricultural, or waste machinery sectorsFull, clean driving licence and willingness to travel regularly to target marketsWhat's On OfferBase salary between £45K - £60K with performance-based bonus structureOpportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking engineering businessKey leadership role with direct influence on company growth and strategic directionCompany pension contributionOngoing personal and professional development opportunitiesLong-term career progression within an innovative and highly respected manufacturing environmentEarly finish on FridaysHow To ApplyTo speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Charlie Plant, Associate Specialist Consultant at MCS Group on .Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are.

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