Business Development Manager - Industrial Drives & Motors

Drive Growth with Global Industrial Automation Brands

Our client is a well-established provider of industrial motion and automation solutions, representing globally recognised manufacturers of variable speed drives, geared motors and motion control technologies.

With continued growth across Queensland, they are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to develop new business opportunities, strengthen existing customer relationships and drive market share across a defined territory.

This is an opportunity to represent premium engineering solutions while working alongside an experienced team of Engineers, Product Managers and Technical Sales Professionals.

If you're passionate about industrial automation, enjoy solving customer challenges and thrive in a consultative sales environment, this role offers the autonomy and support to build a successful career.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Sales Manager, you'll be responsible for identifying, developing and converting new business opportunities while managing key customer relationships across Queensland.

You'll work with OEMs, System Integrators and Industrial End Users to deliver tailored motion and drive solutions that improve operational efficiency, reliability and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities throughout Queensland
• Manage and grow relationships with OEMs, System Integrators and End Users
• Identify customer needs and recommend tailored drive and motion solutions
• Prepare quotations, proposals and commercial offers
• Provide first-level technical advice and application support
• Assist with commissioning and product implementation where required
• Achieve sales targets through structured territory planning and proactive customer engagement
• Collaborate with Engineering, Product Management and Internal Sales teams to deliver exceptional customer outcomes
• Travel throughout Queensland to visit customers and develop new business opportunities

About You

You're a commercially driven sales professional who enjoys building trusted customer relationships and delivering technical solutions.

Ideally you'll have:

• Degree / Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or Trade qualifications relevant to the role
• Experience selling Variable Speed Drives (VSDs), Geared Motors, Electric Motors or Industrial Automation products
• Strong understanding of industrial manufacturing environments
• Experience working with OEMs, System Integrators or Industrial End Users
• Proven ability to develop new business and grow strategic accounts
• A self-motivated, organised and results-driven approach

What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary plus attractive performance incentives
• Hybrid working flexibility
• Represent globally recognised industrial automation brands
• Strong technical and engineering support
• Ongoing product training and professional development
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• A collaborative, high-performing team environment
• The autonomy to build and grow your own territory

A Culture Where You'll Succeed

Our client has built a culture around trust, collaboration and continuous improvement. People are empowered to make decisions, supported by experienced technical specialists and encouraged to take ownership of their success.

You'll enjoy this environment if you:

• Like the freedom to manage your own territory and build your own customer relationships
• Enjoy working closely with engineers, product specialists and technical experts
• Are motivated by solving customer problems rather than simply selling products
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same
• Take pride in delivering exceptional customer service
• Enjoy learning new technologies and continuously developing your skills

This is a business that values initiative, teamwork and long-term relationships with customers and employees alike.

Please note that applications will only be considered from candidates with the appropriate approval to work in Australia;visa sponsorship is not available for this position.