Job Description

Unleash your potential. Change the game with Gripple.

Are you the kind of salesperson who thrives under pressure, has a sharp instinct for opportunity, and brings energy to every interaction? If so, Gripples got your next big challenge.


Were on the hunt for a high-performing and dynamic

Business Development Manager

who understands the power of value-led selling to lead growth in the

Northwest and Yorkshire region. This isnt your average sales role. Youll join a world-class team, sell patented, market-defining products, and be part of a company thats rewriting the rules of construction innovation.

Why Gripple?

Were not just innovatorswere game-changers. Since 1989, Gripple has led the charge in wire joining and suspension systems. As a

100% employee-owned business

, we dont just hire talentwe invest in it. Youll be backed by a global infrastructure, a powerhouse support team, and a culture that champions ownership, passion, and performance.


Find out here how our salespeople are changing the game at Gripple.

Whats in it for you:

Company car

: BMW or similar

Share ownership

: Buy a stake in Gripple and the GLIDE group and share in our success

15% non-contributory pension

32 days holiday

, increasing with long service, plus quarterly 'thank you' days and your birthday off

Private healthcare

, family-focused policies, and exceptional benefits that support your wellbeing at every stage

World-class product training

, career development, and room to grow

The role:

Youll own your territory working closely with the regional sales team and with the support of an experienced team around you, driving both new business and new products, and expanding existing accounts for our patented products in the commercial construction market. This is a field-based roleexpect to be in the thick of it 80% of the time, building relationships, closing deals, and turning conversations into conversions. Energising both customers and colleagues, you will be force for progressive change.

What you'll be doing:

Project selling to agreed managed and targeted accounts Managing existing OEM accounts Driving the commodities to the distribution market Delivering technical product presentations and onsite training Managing your territory like a business ownerwith full autonomy and our trust Keeping CRM insights sharp and sales reports smarter

Who you are

Youre a driven, intuitive and strategic sales professional who:

performs under pressure

with energy and always finds the way has a tenacious

work ethic

and shows up with purpose and edge, every day is

self-motivated

and proactively pursues opportunities with focus builds

strong relationships

that turn customers into loyal and lasting partners collaborates across teams and knows

the power of internal allies

communicates technical information clearly and confidently and

executes

on strategic decisions has a

hunter's mindset

you seek, you pursue, you win brings the

entrepreneurial edge

to own the role like its your business
Youll also need:


proven success in prospecting and direct sales (MEP/construction experience a bonus) a full UK driving licence and a willingness to travel 80% fluency in English and the ability to speak the language of impact

The Gripple Spirit

Our values fun, integrity, passion, entrepreneurship, teamwork, innovation arent just words on a wall. They shape everything we do. Join us, and youll experience:


true

work-life balance

an inclusive and caring workplace where your ideas matter, and your impact is felt globally

Take a closer look:

Learn more about who we are and how were changing the game: https://www.gripple.com/about-gripple

Take a tour of our head office at the historic Old West Gun Works in Sheffield, South Yorkshire here

Apply

by

20

th

October 2025

. Bring your ambition. Well bring the opportunity.

Join a team where everyone belongs

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued with a sense of belonging. If there are any adjustments that would help your experience with Gripple, please let us know when you apply. Whilst not mandatory, your completion of the applicant ethnic monitoring form will help us monitor and encourage equality and diversity. The information you provide will be anonymous and kept both confidential and separate to your application.

Gripple people:

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