Job Description

About Bender UK

: Bender UK is a leading provider of electrical safety solutions, specialising in monitoring systems for electrical installations and equipment. Our products ensure the highest levels of safety and reliability in various industries, including healthcare, rail, and industrial sectors.

Main Purpose

We are seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Business Development Manager to sell a market leading range of electrical solutions for critical applications within a defined territory for a global leading company. The successful candidate will target electrical engineers, electrical consultants, OEMs and end clients across multiple high growth sectors. This role requires strong initiative to identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities, leveraging technical knowledge and sales experience, ideally in an electrical discipline. Additionally, this position is remote, but requires regular travel to customers and partners. Therefore, the ideal candidate should be based in an area with strong transport connections throughout the UK

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute a business development strategy, targeting electrical engineers, consultants, OEMs and end clients with market leading solutions that enhance electrical safety, resilience and usage. Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities through proactive lead generation, conversion of company generated leads and leverage of industry contacts. Understand customer requirements and provide tailored solutions that meet technical and commercial needs. Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers. Collaborate with internal technical teams to ensure customer specifications and project requirements are fully understood and delivered. Prepare and deliver compelling presentations, proposals, and quotations to potential clients. Manage the sales pipeline and report progress regularly to senior management, working with an established CRM. Keep abreast of industry trends, competitor activities, and market conditions to position the company competitively.

Skills & Experience

Proven experience selling electrical solutions across a range of industries. Working knowledge of electrical solutions from sectors including building management systems, UPS, fire and security systems, access control, electrical drives, switchgear and energy management. Ability to identify and secure new business opportunities independently. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Self-motivated with strong initiative and the ability to manage a defined sales territory effectively. Full UK driving license and willingness to travel as required. Electrical or engineering qualifications are advantageous but not essential.

Dedication:

Committed to achieving goals and delivering exceptional service.

Excellence:

Striving for the highest standards in all aspects of work.

Trust:

Ability to build and maintain long-term customer relationships.

Teamwork:

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

In addition to a competitive salary Bender UK offers the following benefits:

Salary: Competitive salary and performance based bonus



Car Entitlement: A company car or cash equivalent allowance



? Holiday Entitlement: 25 days + 8 bank holidays with a buy/sell leave scheme in place at the start of each holiday year



Pension: 6% employer contribution



? Benefits: Access to various high-street discounts



Wellbeing: Single private medical cover and access to an employee assistance programme



Social: Regular opportunities to meet and interact with colleagues on a social basis



Development Opportunities: We provide opportunities for professional growth and development, and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and excellence



Remote Working: You will be based from home for this role with a requirement to travel to customer sites within your region