Business Development Manager - Automotive

About the Role

Business Development Manager - Automotive

Liquidline is the fastest-growing commercial coffee solutions provider in the UK and Ireland—not that we’re bragging! Our customers are companies that take pride in offering quality refreshments to their employees and clients. Our success is built on outstanding customer service, hard work, and a strong team culture. We believe in delivering WOW experiences to both our customers and our valued employees. 

We are proud to be Great Place to Work certified, a testament to our dedication to fostering a culture of support, growth and development, as well as promoting well-being, and winning together. With our core company values—passion, thoughtfulness, responsiveness, innovation, and smart working—at the very heart of our business, we are committed to cultivating an environment that inspires excellence.

We are looking for an ambitious Business Development Manager to lead the growth of our automotive sector across Ireland. This is an exciting opportunity to work with leading automotive manufacturers, dealer groups and key industry stakeholders, developing long-term relationships and driving commercial success within a growing and dynamic market.

The Responsibilities of the Business Development Manager

• Drive new business growth across the automotive sector in Ireland.
• Develop and manage relationships with automotive manufacturers (OEMs), dealer groups and key decision-makers.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities through networking, prospecting and strategic account management.
• Build and manage a strong sales pipeline, from initial contact through to contract completion.
• Deliver customer presentations, product demonstrations and trial programmes.
• Create tailored commercial proposals and support national account growth.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure excellent customer service and successful project delivery.
• Maintain accurate sales forecasts, CRM records and business reporting.
• Represent the business at industry events, exhibitions and customer meetings.

What You Will Need In The Role Of Business Development Manager

• Proven experience in business development, account management or B2B sales.
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience developing new business opportunities and managing sales pipelines.
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Commercially minded, with the ability to identify opportunities and deliver growth.
• Confident using CRM systems and Microsoft Office 365.
• Highly organised, self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive and results-driven approach.
• Experience within the automotive sector would be advantageous.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel across Ireland.

What You Will Learn & What Liquidline Can Offer You

Being a part of Liquidline is more than just a job – it’s a chance to grow, develop and thrive! We are deeply invested in the success of our team and our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support, and reward our employees. The package includes, but is not limited too:

• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays: Extra time off to rest and recharge.
• Long Service Annual Leave Entitlement & Buy/Sell Scheme: More flexibility for your time off needs.
• Candidate Referral Program: Help grow our team and earn rewards
• Company Bonus Scheme: Celebrate success with us. 
• Enhanced Sick Pay: Supporting you when you need it most
• Enhanced Parental Leave: Comprehensive support for your family journey 
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme: Save for your future with ease.
• Life Assurance & Income Protection (UK Only): Peace of mind for you.
• HSF Health Plan: Access affordable healthcare.
• YuLife Wellbeing Platform: One stop shop for wellbeing, rewards and support.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Mental health support, virtual GP services and more.
• Lunch on Liquidline & Bi-Annual Conferences: Enjoy lunch on Liquidline, and Bi Annual company conferences.

Liquidline is a fast-growing, family owned business that has expanded from 92 to over 300 employees since 2020. With ambitious plans for the next five years, there’s never been a better time to join us! Our dynamic and innovative environment offers endless opportunities for personal and professional growth.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer, treating everyone with fairness, respect and appreciation. At Liquidline, we embrace