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Are you a technically minded machinery salesperson with a background in Dairy Farming or the AD sector? Our client, a UK leading Dairy equipment manufacturer, is looking for a Business Development Manager to grow their dealership network, and improve product distribution across the North of the UK and Scotland. You will be the technical and commercial link between the factory and dealership. You'll oversee all current relationships with dealerships and help make connections with potential new distributors. You'll get to represent a premium brand, and will need to know the products back-to-front. The role will give you plenty of independence. Ideally you'd be well connected across the agricultural machinery dealership network in the north and have an in-depth understanding of the Dairy equipment market; you also help gather industry information to inform the company's commercial strategy. Key Responsibilities: Identify and build new business relationships across the north of England and into Scotland Collaborate with sales, marketing and senior management teams. Manage and maintain strong relationships with dealers, distributors, and key accounts. Develop and implement strategic plans to grow market share and increase brand visibility. Attend trade shows, exhibitions, and on-farm demos to showcase product range. Offer market insights to inform product development and marketing efforts. Show potential clients around market-leading manufacturing facility Immediately take on and manage responsibilities for 20+ key accounts. Ensure excellent customer support and service delivery. Your profile: Proven agricultural machinery sales experience would be a clear advantage. Recent technical sales experience in an allied sector is a minimum requirement. An existing ledger would be preferred. Sound technical understanding/interest in agricultural machinery. Ability to drive sales growth. Build longstanding customer relationships. Embrace and contribute towards a strong team ethic. Full driving license. Remunerations: Competitive base salary + bonus + commission. Company vehicle or car allowance. Career development potential + consistent CPD opportunities. 28 days of Annual Leaves + Bank Holidays How to apply: For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Rupert Kettle on: / or e-mail your CV (in word format) and covering letter to , thank you. De Lacy Executive Recruitment will upload your CV to our database and retain some data about you in order to process your application. More information about our processing activities can be found at Please be assured that all contact is treated in complete confidence and your details will not be passed to a third party without your prior permission. Please note that this advertisement is not a job description and you should satisfy yourself about the full details at interview. De Lacy Executive Recruitment is an Approved member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, which promotes high standards in recruitment practice, and is registered with the Information Commissioners Office. De Lacy Executive Recruitment complies with all relevant data protection legislation.

Specification Business Development Manager: Access Control, Fire and Security, Construction Location: Fully Remote with client site visits - covering Midlands and Northern England + Some clients in Central Scotland Competitive Base + Commission + Car + Package To suit candidate currently living near Birmingham, Manchester, Stoke, Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Sheffield or Leeds ideally. Applause IT are delighted to be working again with this global leader in advanced security solutions is seeking an experienced Specification Business Development Manager to join their UK Specification Team. With nearly 70 years of design and manufacturing expertise, their innovative products are trusted in over 90 countries and span Door Entry, Access Control, CCTV, Intruder Detection, Home Automation, and Fire Safety Systems . The company leads the market in delivering integrated, scalable, and easy-to-install security solutions , with a commitment to technical excellence, innovation, and outstanding customer service. This is a remote, field-based role ideal for a self-motivated professional. You'll be responsible for promoting the company's full portfolio of security solutions to consultants, specifiers, M&E subcontractors, developers, property groups, and other industry influencers across your territory. Your primary objective will be to secure early-stage project specifications , ensuring the company's products are embedded in high-value developments from the outset. You'll work closely with sales teams to influence decision-makers and generate demand upstream in the sales process. Key Responsibilities Identify and develop new business opportunities in the security and construction sectors with existing an new customer accounts. Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with M&E consultants, subcontractors, developers, and key decision-makers. Deliver engaging CPD seminars, presentations, and technical proposals. Influence and secure product specifications, replacing competitor products where possible. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth project handover and delivery. Maintain accurate CRM records and achieve/exceed KPIs. Monitor competitor activity and stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies. Skills & Experience Proven track record working with s p ecifiers, developers, M&E consultants, and subcontractors in security or construction. Strong technical knowledge of security systems - including access control, CCTV, intercoms, smart home, IoT sensors etc. Will train to fill in product gaps with right candidate. Possible cross train from HVAC and/or BMS side also. Demonstrated success in influencing and winning project specifications. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Strong organisational and time-management abilities. Proficient in CRM software and Microsoft Office. Full UK driving licence (essential). Experience delivering CPD seminars (desirable). Benefits Competitive salary + commission scheme 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (increasing with service) Christmas shutdown Training & development opportunities Annual events calendar including charity and wellbeing days 4 life assurance Daily fresh fruit & treat days Smart Health - 24/7 online GP appointments Employee wellbeing portal Free eye tests & flu vaccines Company social events Long service awards & employee of the month awards Pension scheme (salary sacrifice) Perkbox employee benefits platform If you're a commercially driven business development professional with a passion for building relationships and securing high-value project specifications, apply today to join a forward-thinking leader in security technology.