Business Development Manager

Job DescriptionBusiness Development Manager UK Sales Team What You Will Do We are seeking a Business Development Manager to join our UK Sales team. Reporting to the Territory Sales Director , this newly created role focuses on demand creation and specification-led sales across the UK and Ireland.You will drive the specification of our fire suppression solutions with consultants, contractors, and end users, promoting our portfolio of Sprinklers, Watermist, Gas Suppression, and Foam systems , and supporting our continued growth.How You Will Do It Identify and develop new business opportunities across targeted sectorsBuild and influence strong relationships to achieve product specificationGenerate and qualify leads using market intelligence and networkingCollaborate with internal sales and technical teams to secure winsRepresent Johnson Controls at industry events and client meetingsMaintain accurate CRM records and report on pipeline and targetsWhat We Offer Competitive salary with commission and bonusPaid holidays and sick payBenefits package including 7% matched pension, life assurance, employee assistance programme, referral scheme, high street discounts, cycle to work scheme, and discounts on Johnson Controls productsExtensive product and on-the-job trainingSupportive team environment and clear career development pathwaysStrong safety culture through our Zero Harm policyCompany vehicle, tools, and equipmentWhat We Are Looking For Proven experience in the fire suppression industry (essential)Background in business development or specification-led salesAbility to work autonomously with a results-driven mindsetExperience in a B2B commercial environmentTechnical knowledge of fire suppression products, codes, and standardsStrong influencing and relationship-building skillsFull clean driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK and IrelandPreferred: Degree in Fire Engineering#LI-JB3#LI-HybridTPBN1_UKTJ