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Posted 02 August, 2026

Business Development Manager (Industrial Paints / Coatings)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Leeds, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Business Development Manager (Industrial Paints / Coatings)£45,000 - £50,000 (OTE £60k) + Uncapped Commission + Car / Car Allowance + Company Bonus + Training + ProgressionLeeds, North West PatchAre you an BDM/Sales Manager from industrial paints or coatings, looking to join a well-respected company, offering a highly autonomous and rewarding role, with a generous commission structure and plenty of career development?In this role you will be covering a North West patch, covering as high as Newcastle and as low as Derby. The role is split into 30% Account Management and 70% New Business, autonomously drumming up new business, selling paints and industrial coatings.Established over 100 years ago, this UK manufacturer produce high-performance industrial paints, powder coatings, and pretreatment solutions, supplying sectors such as manufacturing, defence, aerospace, automotive, and general industrial markets.This role would suit an Business Development Manager or similar from industrial paints and coatings, looking to take manage a successful area for a globally recognised manufacturer.The Role70% New Business and 30% Account ManagementSelling paints and industrial coatingsCovering a North West patch, Derby up to NewcastleRemote with travel to customer sites 3/4 days a weekMonday - Friday, 9am 5pmThe PersonBusiness Development Manager or similarIndustrial paints / coatings backgroundReference Number: BBBH25535Area Sales, Manager, Technical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Paint, Coatings, Engineering, Technical, Production, Industrial Manufacturing, Chemical, Leeds, Manchester, York, LiverpoolIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.TPBN1_UKTJ