Business Development Manager, Commercial Vehicles

WELCOME TO BASF

BASF Coatings UK Limited supplies Automotive OEM and component manufacturers with all four layers of coatings – e-coats, primers, basecoats and clearcoats. We have a significant presence of service staff across the UK’s car and automotive components manufacturing plants. Our Automotive Refinish coatings are approved by most of the leading manufacturers for use in their authorised body shops. We focus on eco efficient waterborne and high-solids coatings with low solvent content. We supply Glasurit and R-M refinish paints and provide staff training.
 
** Remote Position - UK Wide **

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

In this Business Development Manager role, you will develop strong business relationships with existing and prospective UK commercial vehicle customers and increase market share of BASF refinish paint products.

-  You will be responsible for identifying, maintaining and developing opportunities for the promotion of BASF refinish products and services within the UK commercial vehicle market.
-  You will develop relationships and identify opportunities for growth of sales with key customers within the commercial vehicle bodybuilder segment.
-  You will collaborate closely with colleagues in the commercial vehicle team to deliver the strategic growth and business plans by increasing sales opportunities.
-  You will be instrumental in raising the profile of the refinish brand portfolio with new and existing customers.
-  In addition, you will develop relationships with distribution national fleet managers, accident management companies and lease companies, in order to realise sales targets and long-term partnership relations.

WHAT YOU OFFER

-  You are educated to degree level, preferably in Business, or a proven track record in a commercial role.
-  Ideally, you have experience within the automotive refinish industry and have spent time with body shop /commercial vehicle management teams to develop an understanding of their needs.
-  You are a team player, who sees the benefit of supporting others to succeed, while also being able to work autonomously with high self-motivation.
-  You have a proactive nature with the ability to take initiative.
-  You are customer-focused, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and able to demonstrate good commercial awareness and an entrepreneurial flair.

Please note for this position: You must hold a valid UK driving license as frequent travel is required. A company car will be provided.

WHAT WE OFFER

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future.

We offer a total package which includes:

-  Attractive salary
-  Bonus
-  Defined contribution pension scheme
-  25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
-  Private healthcare
-  Life insurance
-  Flexible working (role dependent)
-  On the job training and development opportunities
-  Company Car

We believe that diversity and inclusion make the difference. Only when people with diverse backgrounds come together, contribute their various experiences and attitudes, and look at challenges from different perspectives, will creative innovations and ground-breaking solutions be created. We celebrate diversity and we actively promote an inclusive work environment. In the UK we have an active Diversity & Inclusion Strategy Action Group and work closely with external partner Inclusive Employers. We are an equal opportunities employer. All employment decisions shall be made without regard or reference to age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status and other protected characteristics. For more information please visit: https://www.basf.com/gb/en/careers/why-join-basf/basf-locally.html

Location: Homebased (UK Wide) with frequent business travel.

Closing Date: 28.04.2026

ABOUT US

Since 1880, BASF has been a cornerstone of industry in the UK. With locations spanning from Littlehampton on England's South Coast to Callanish on the Isle of Lewis in Scotland, our presence is truly nationwide. Our UK headquarters in Stockport, Greater Manchester, is the hub for our dedicated sales and services teams.

From our manufacturing sites across the UK, we supply essential raw materials to a diverse range of industries, including agriculture, automotive, chemicals, construction, energy, and pharmaceuticals.

Discover more about our incredible BASF UK team and their contributions to innovation and sustainability here: https://www.basf.com/gb/en/who-we-are/BASF-in-the-United-Kingdom

At BASF, our culture is driven by strong core values and winning behaviors. We foster innovation, collaboration, and empower every team member to contribute to our success. Explore Our Winning Behaviors & Our Values to see how we create a dynamic and inclusive workplace.