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Business Development Manager

Thornaby-on-Tees
4 weeks ago
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We are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to drive strategic growth in the North East and North West of England.

This role is pivotal in promoting Hydrasun’s full portfolio of integrated products and services, developing key customer relationships, and identifying new business opportunities.

The key focus of this role is to drive measurable success through revenue and profit growth from target customers, a high-quality and high-conversion opportunity pipeline, strong customer engagement and satisfaction, and effective cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and manage strategic customer relationships.

  • Deliver annual sales and growth plans for target customers and projects.

  • Promote Hydrasun’s integrated solutions across Hydrogen and Hydraulic sectors.

  • Collaborate with BD managers and internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction.

  • Maintain a robust opportunity pipeline and CRM database.

  • Coordinate internal teams to develop proposals and win major opportunities.

  • Support regional initiatives and align with business unit managers.

    About you:

    You are a results-driven professional with a strong foundation in Business Development and customer service, known for your excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills. You will be self-motivated and persistent, you consistently deliver value and build trust with clients and stakeholders.

    With experience in the oil & gas, energy transition, or industrial services sectors, you bring a proven track record of winning new business, growing key accounts, and building long-term customer relationships. You excel at selling value-added solutions, structuring complex commercial deals, and navigating technical environments with confidence.

    Your technical knowledge spans fluid power systems, instrumentation, and a wide range of industrial systems and sectors, enabling you to engage credibly with clients and deliver tailored, impactful solutions.

    Essential Qualifications, skills and experience:

  • Relevant Sales or business development certification.

  • Experience selling value-added solutions and structuring commercial deals.

  • Proven experience in technical sales or business development.

  • Strong track record in customer relationship management.

  • Experience in oil & gas, energy transition, or industrial services sectors.

  • Excellent communication, presentation, and customer service skills.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.

  • Self-motivated, organised, and able to work independently or as part of a team.

  • Strong team player with a collaborative mindset.

    Desirable Qualifications, skills and experience:

  • Knowledge of Hydrogen systems, instrumentation, or fluid power.

  • Experience in Pharmaceutical, Petrochemical, or Food Processing sectors.

    About Us:

    Hydrasun is a leading provider of integrated solutions in Hydrogen and Hydraulic Systems, supporting the energy transition across the UK and Europe. We work with End Users, OEMs, and EPC Contractors to deliver cutting-edge integration, site installation, and maintenance services. With a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, and customer satisfaction, we are expanding our presence in the North of England.

    Why Join Hydrasun?

  • Shape our presence in a key growth region.

  • Work on innovative projects in clean energy and hydrogen.

  • Be part of a collaborative, cross-functional team.

  • Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and development.

    For further information, please contact our recruitment team on (phone number removed) and ask for a member of the recruitment team, for a confidential discussion.

    Benefits:

  • Company pension

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Employee discount

  • Gym membership

  • Health & wellbeing programme

  • Life insurance

  • Private medical insurance

    We respectfully request no Agency submissions or enquiries

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