Business Development Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Business Development Manager to join Lloyd Motor Group based in Lloyd BMW/MINI Colne.

Salary: Basic salary with OTE £55,000

Hours: 08:30 – 18:00 Monday - Friday and every other Saturday

Role responsibilities:

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Develop and deliver a strategic business plan to drive sales growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new customers, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions.
• Research and analyse competitor activity, market trends, and customer feedback to inform strategy and maintain a competitive edge.
• Develop digital sales channels and promote brand and product awareness across all customer segments.
• Monitor sales performance, produce forecasts and report, and communicate KPIs to management.
• Train and support the Sales team in customer service and sales best practices.
• Conduct regular customer visits to ensure satisfaction and gather feedback for continuous improvement. Attend industry events to build partnerships and stay up to date with trends and innovations.
• Share successful strategies and insights with other dealerships within the group.

The ideal Business Development Manager will hold the following skills and experiences:

• Current understand of the BEV market and taxation benefits.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills
• A positive, can-do attitude
• Strong time management, multitasking, and organisational abilities
• Strategic, creative, and innovative mindset
• Confident in presenting and promoting ideas, products, and services
• Skilled in customer service, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration
• Solid IT proficiency (Microsoft Office, CRM, cataloguing systems)
• Numerate, analytical, and research-oriented
• Self-motivated with the ability to inspire and drive continuous improvement
• Sound understanding of the motor trade.

Company Benefits:

• 30 days holiday a year (inclusive of Bank Holidays), plus an extra day off on your birthday.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Employee vehicle-discount schemes.
• Highstreet discounts.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Free flu jabs.
• Pension scheme.
• Life Cover.
• Internal and manufacturer training.

About Lloyd Motor Group:

Founded in 1976, Lloyd Motor Group is one of the UK's largest family-run car retailer groups, with 38 retailers across Northern England and Southern Scotland. Representing prestigious brands like BMW, MINI, Land Rover, BYD, Volvo, Kia, Volkswagen, Skoda, INEOS, Honda motorcycles and BMW Motorrad, we've built our reputation on exceptional customer service delivered with a professional yet personal touch. Join our passionate team and you'll find a supportive culture that values your contribution, invests in your development, and empowers you to grow while making a real difference in a company where people are our greatest asset.

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