Business Development Manager (Automotive Events)

Location: Hybrid, Dorking; the role supports North American automotive events, including shows at The Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, Michigan.

Company

hirify.global is a global B2B events and communities business delivering specialist exhibitions, publications, and industry engagement programs.

What you will do

• Manage day-to-day sales across three co-located automotive shows.
• Sell booth space, sponsorships, and show features while delivering personal sales and revenue targets.
• Source, nurture, and close new and existing business through outbound activity, meetings, competitor events, and industry networking.
• Develop exhibitor campaign strategies and collaborate with event directors and content teams to identify exhibitors and sponsors.
• Maintain accurate CRM, sales, sponsorship, and financial records, including forecasts and monthly revenue reports.
• Build professional relationships with customers, suppliers, associations, media, and commercial partners.

Requirements

• Proven experience in the events and/or automotive sector.
• Strong record of sales growth and revenue generation.
• Ability to independently source, manage, and close a sales pipeline.
• Commercial understanding of the automotive, agriculture, and off-highway industries.
• Experience managing CRM systems and sales pipelines, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel regularly for client meetings and industry events.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangement based in Dorking.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and multicultural working environment.
• Opportunity to work on international B2B events and specialist industry brands.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessible recruitment.
• Visa sponsorship is usually not offered for this role.