Business Developer UK - Industrial Automation

KeyPartners; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KeyPartners is seeking a Business Developer to drive growth in the UK and Ireland. You will identify new commercial opportunities, develop projects, and manage key customer relationships across sectors.

The role requires an engineering background, strong commercial acumen, and excellent communication. Travel up to 30% and close collaboration with Product Management and Engineering teams are expected.

Qualifications

• Engineering background, ideally in Mechanical Engineering, Electronics or a related field.
• Strong customer orientation and commercial mindset.
• Willingness to travel around 30%.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities and manage existing customers.
• Identify and develop new projects and leads.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across Purchasing, R&D, Production and Management.
• Understand customer needs and propose technical solutions.
• Collaborate with Product Management and Engineering teams.
• Represent the company at industry trade shows and conferences.

Skills

Engineering background

Customer orientation

Technical understanding

Team-oriented

Job description

For our client, a leading company in the production, marketing, and sale of mechanical, electromechanical, and electronic products and systems, we are looking for a

Business Developer

The successful candidate will be responsible for driving business development and identifying new commercial opportunities in UK and Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Developing new business opportunities and managing existing customers
• Identifying and developing new projects and leads
• Building relationships with key stakeholders across Purchasing, R&D, Production and Management
• Understanding customer needs and proposing the right technical solutions
• Working closely with Product Management and Engineering teams
• Participate in industry trade shows and conferences

Requirements

• Engineering background, ideally in Mechanical Engineering, Electronics or a related field
• Strong customer orientation and commercial mindset
• Good technical understanding and communication skills
• Proactive, tenacious and team-oriented approach
• Fluent English and local language
• Willingness to travel approximately 30%

Location: UK and Ireland

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