Business Development Specialist

About the role

Join a global automotive technology business as a Business Development Specialist, managing your own territory and working with leading names in the automotive aftermarket. You will help customers maximise the value of their purchases while driving growth for both the distributor and JSL Solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Build and nurture strong relationships with distributor partners to increase sales and loyalty.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities within your assigned region.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, logistics and technical teams to deliver an excellent customer experience.
• Provide market intelligence and competitor insights to inform strategy.
• Present new products, programmes and business opportunities confidently.
• Support trade events, customer meetings and promotional activities.
• Use data and digital tools to uncover growth opportunities.
• Maintain accurate account information in CRM systems.

Required profile

• Proven experience in business development, account management or a similar sales role.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to understand customer challenges.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Self‑motivated with a proactive, results‑driven attitude.

Required skills

• CRM systems

What we offer

• £40,000 base salary plus bonus and company car.
• Excellent benefits package and ongoing training.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge automotive technologies such as EV, hybrid, diagnostics, connected tech and ADAS.
• Opportunity to work with a globally respected brand and a supportive team.