Business Development Manager

  • Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
  • Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
  • Apr 13, 2026
Full time I.T. & Communications Management

Job Description

Business Development Manager £45,000 - £55,000 + Mon - Fri + Progression + Company Vehicle + Company Benefits Peterborough

Are you a motivated Business Development Manager or similar with a background in the Scrap Metal industry looking to thrive in a fast-growing, fast-paced, and family-oriented environment who offer an autonomous role and the opportunity to make an impact on the business?

On offer is the opportunity to join a well-established, family-run company focused on the purchasing and trading of non-ferrous metals, the business has experienced consistent growth and has built lasting relationships across the industry. This is an exciting time to join a company that values teamwork, agility, and long-term development.

In this autonomous role, you will negotiate prices and contracts, build and maintain strong relationships, build on existing accounts spend, conduct market research, develop new business leads and work across a regional patch with occasional office visits. This is a Monday to Friday role, you will be given a company vehicle and fully expensed travel.

This role would suit a Business Development Manager from the Scrap Metal industry or similar, who is looking for a fast-paced, autonomous sales position with a growing company.

The Role:

  • New Business Development and Existing Account Management
  • Contract and Price Negotiation
  • Conducting Market Research, operating across a regional patch
  • Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm

The Person:

  • Business Development Manager or Sales background
  • Scrap Metal industry background or similar
  • Full UK Driving License

Reference number: BBBH24787A

If 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.

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