FinSimple Business Development Manager

We are seeking a commercially astute Business Development Manager to champion our FinSimple commercial vehicle proposition across our Southern dealer network.

As a Business Development Manager, you will operate predominantly in the field, acting as a trusted business consultant to dealerships. Your success will hinge on your ability to interpret market data, build credible relationships, and influence without direct authority to maximise finance penetration across commercial vehicles, leasing, and small fleets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute tailored regional growth strategies to maximise Ford Credit penetration across commercial vehicle finance, leasing, and small fleets.
• Build credible, trusted relationships with Dealer Principals, Sales Directors, and key dealership stakeholders across the Southern region.
• Analyse dealer sales trends and market intelligence to identify untapped opportunities and construct actionable joint business plans.
• Support dealership teams with the knowledge, confidence, and tools needed to position FinSimple and Ford Lease solutions effectively.
• Spend approximately 4 days per week visiting dealer sites across the territory, reviewing performance, sharing best practices, and driving engagement.

Requirements:

• Proven track record in B2B field sales, territory account management, or business development.
• Outstanding stakeholder management skills with a demonstrated ability to influence partners without direct authority.
• Strong commercial and analytical acumen,comfortable translating data into practical growth plans.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and comfortable managing a field-based travel schedule.
• Based in or easily commutable to the Southern Region, with the ability to travel to dealer sites up to 2–2.5 hours away.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits:

• Company car
• Modern digital tools
• Comprehensive product training