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Business Development Manager

Pioneering People
Posted 10 hours ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG2 7BG

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for a Business Development Manager based in Stevenage, offering a hybrid/remote work environment with a salary of up to £75,000 per annum.
  • Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years of experience in business development, sales, or a related field, with a proven track record of acquiring profitable new business.
  • The role involves driving sales growth, managing the entire sales cycle, and leveraging technical skills to engage with customers across various industries, including Industrial, Automotive, Aerospace, and Defence.
  • Key responsibilities include nurturing the sales process through CRM, providing technical support, and conducting market research to identify new opportunities.
  • Additional benefits include a car allowance, Nest Pension Scheme, and free eye test vouchers, along with the expectation of regular travel to meet clients.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER / STEVENAGE (HYBRID/REMOTE) / UP TO £75K PER ANNUM

Are you a high calibre Business Development Manager, looking for an exciting new challenge with excellent earning potential? We are working with a well-established client on an opening for a dynamic Business Development / Sales professional with a proven track record of selling highly technical products and services into a variety of markets.

Your familiarity with the UK's electronics manufacturing sector and your established network of senior management contacts will serve as a solid foundation for delivering exceptional results.

Our client’s business is focused on low and medium volume manufacturing in the contract electronics manufacturing arena. They service a variety of Industrial, Automotive, Aerospace and Defence markets, with knowledge of Digital, Analogue, RF and mechanical disciplines.

What’s on Offer?

  • Salary - Circa £70,000 - £75,000 basic, plus commission, per annum, depending on experience.
  • Car allowance.
  • Nest Pension Scheme.
  • Free Specsavers eye test vouchers and access to DoctorLine.

Key Responsibilities of the Business Development Manager:

  • Driving profitable sales growth in line with targets for existing and new customers.
  • Define and convert target customer and application lists and drive face to face activity.
  • Leverage technical skills and market knowledge to drive meaningful sales activity.
  • Nurture the sales process through CRM and engage with colleagues to ensure progression.
  • Create submit of quotations in a timely manner and the provide technical support to customers.
  • Provide accurate sales forecasts on enquiries, orders and estimates in a timely manner.
  • Be able to identify and report on competitive trends and industry information.
  • Provide support and direction for proactive marketing activities.
  • Regular travels to meet with customers and attend industry events will be required.
  • Problem solving - must have a "can do" attitude to overcome challenges and get the job done.

Skills & Experience Required:

  • Minimum of 10+ years of experience in business development, sales, or a related role, with a proven track record of acquiring new business that is both profitable and on-going.
  • Proven track record of managing the entire sales cycle from lead generation to contract award.
  • Ability to identify and acquire new qualified leads in both current and new markets.
  • Competent in developing and maintaining strategic account plans.
  • Experience in contributing to bid management and analysing reasons for wins and losses.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to instigate and manage meetings with potential and current customers.
  • Highly driven with a proactive approach to business development.
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
  • Proficient in undertaking market research and analysis and providing insightful reports.
  • Able to use social media for selling opportunities, networking, and building business relationships.

What’s Next?If this brand-new Business Development Manager position is of interest, we would love to hear from you and discuss it in more detail. APPLY NOW and we will be in touch soon!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.