Location: Between Bristol & London | Full-Time | Permanent
Competitive Salary DOE + Bonus Scheme + Company Car + Company Pension
Join the Experts in Safety & Lifting Solutions
SafetyLiftinGear is a leading UK supplier of professional lifting equipment, height safety products, and material handling solutions. Since 1977, we’ve been trusted by industries across the country for our quality, service, and technical expertise.
We’re growing — and we’re looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to help drive our next phase of expansion. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially focused professional with strong relationship-building skills and a background in height safety or lifting equipment (or broader tool/equipment sales).
The Role
As our Business Development Manager, you’ll be responsible for driving sales, revenue, and profit growth by identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities. You’ll build lasting relationships with clients across multiple sectors — understanding their operational needs and providing tailored lifting, safety, and handling solutions.
You’ll also represent SafetyLiftinGear at trade shows and industry events, helping strengthen our brand presence and generate new leads.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities to achieve and exceed sales and profit targets
- Develop and execute strategic sales plans to expand our market presence
- Research and qualify leads, managing a robust sales pipeline
- Build strong relationships with key decision-makers and influencers
- Deliver persuasive presentations, proposals, and product demonstrations
- Negotiate contracts and pricing to secure profitable agreements
- Maintain detailed CRM records and provide accurate sales forecasting
- Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure excellent client experience
- Represent the company professionally at trade shows and industry events
What You’ll Need
- Proven B2B sales experience, ideally within lifting equipment & height safety sectors
- Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
- A proactive, results-driven approach with the ability to influence at all levels
- Excellent relationship-building and account management skills
- Strong business acumen and understanding of customer needs
- Full UK driving licence
- Based between Bristol and London, with flexibility to travel across the region
Why Work With Us?
- Be part of a respected, long-established company with a trusted reputation
- Work with industry-leading products and a broad customer base
- Competitive package with uncapped bonus potential
- Opportunities for training, development, and career progression
- Supportive and knowledgeable team within a growing national business
Applications to careers@safetyliftingear.com