Commercial Manager

Msx International; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive solutions provider is seeking a Commercial Manager for the UK & Ireland. This role involves managing the sales cycle, building relationships with automotive clients, and collaborating with teams to deliver tailored solutions. Ideal candidates will have a proven B2B sales background, strong communication, and negotiation skills. The position offers a competitive salary with uncapped commissions and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

£70,000 base salary

25 days annual leave

Company pension plan

Cashback healthcare scheme

Life Assurance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in B2B sales, preferably with technology.
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing deals.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless client engagement.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Familiarity with CRM platforms

Self-motivated

Job description

MSX has been a trusted partner to leading vehicle manufacturers, their retailers, and mobility organizations globally for more than 30 years. Our unwavering commitment is to help our clients transform their businesses and effectively manage operations in the areas of: Sales Performance; Repair Optimization and Compliance; Parts and Accessories Sales Performance; and Consumer Engagement. With our global teams, industry expertise, and the power of technology, we design and deliver tailored, sustainable, and innovative solutions and services that help our clients optimize their operations and captivate their customers.

Job Description

MSX has a wide portfolio of propositions and digital services. We are looking for a driven, enthusiastic business developer who will grab the attention of our clients, uncover their challenges and address them with innovative and attractive solutions.

Role Overview

As the Commercial Manager for the UK & Ireland region, you will be responsible for driving revenue growth by identifying, developing, and closing new business opportunities with our automotive clients. You’ll work closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet client needs and align with our strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing deals across the UKI region.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and decision‑makers.
• Engage with automotive and mobility clients to identify their needs and define innovative solutions in collaboration with your operational colleagues.
• Collaborate with marketing, pre‑sales, and customer success teams to ensure seamless client engagement.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities and pipeline management using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools.
• Achieve and exceed quarterly and annual sales targets.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and client meetings.

Working Pattern and Location

• 40 Hours per week
• Permanent
• Monday-Friday
• Location: Field based ideally in Midlands / South east
• Travel: Nationally, as required

What We Offer

• £70,000 base salary subject to experience, car and an uncapped commission structure
• 25 day annual leave entitlement (plus bank holidays)
• Company contributory pension plan
• Cashback healthcare scheme
• Life Assurance
• Car Salary Exchange Scheme
• Career development opportunities within a global organisation
• Supportive team culture and leadership and a great working environment

Qualifications

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in Business to Business (B2B) sales, preferably where technology is used as an enabler.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and prioritise effectively.
• Familiarity with CRM platforms.
• Self‑motivated with a results‑driven approach.

Preferred Experience

• Experience of building senior business relationships leading to solution sales
• Knowledge of the UKI automotive market landscape and business culture.
• Background in consultative style business development.

Additional Information

• Consumer Engagement
• Parts, Accessories & Service Performance
• Actionable Insights
• Repair Optimization & Compliance
• Learning Solutions
• Distribution & Sales Performance

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Sales and Business Development
• Industries: Information Services

MSX is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, neurodiversity or other personal characteristics and backgrounds, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, or marital and parental status. As users of the Disability Confident scheme, we interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.