Business Development Director

Grainger & Worrall; Bridgnorth; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Business Development Director to lead growth strategies in the defence and aerospace sectors. This pivotal role involves identifying new business opportunities, fostering strategic partnerships, and collaborating with key stakeholders to drive market expansion. With a commitment to cutting-edge technology and a supportive environment for professional growth, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a medium-sized firm. Join a team that values diversity, teamwork, and innovation while shaping the future of engineering.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Westfield Health Insurance

Gym membership

Company pension

Free onsite parking

Family Ironbridge Pass

Qualifications

• 15+ years in business development, particularly in defence and aerospace sectors.
• Proven track record of driving order book growth and closing high-value deals.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth strategy by identifying and securing new business opportunities.
• Develop long-term client relationships and ensure alignment with company objectives.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Management

Stakeholder Management

Negotiation Skills

CRM Tools Proficiency

Problem-Solving

Tools

CRM Tools

Job description

Join to apply for the Business Development Director role at Grainger & Worrall.

Location: Anywhere in the UK (close to motorway, rail links, and airports)

Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 plus bonus. Dependent on experience

Are you a commercially astute sales professional looking to drive growth in a dynamic and innovative company? Join our team at Grainger & Worrall and play a pivotal role in expanding our market presence and securing new business opportunities.

Who are we?

At Grainger & Worrall, we specialise in producing complex cast and precision-machined solutions for pioneering technologies across diverse industries, including automotive, aerospace, defence, motorsport, and more. We are committed to driving future technology development and decarbonising mobility.

Driven by a team of talented engineers and specialists, we push boundaries and innovate to bring cutting-edge ideas to life. We work with leading manufacturers of high-performance vehicles, helping them turn their designs into reality. Our state-of-the-art facilities combine advanced engineering with manufacturing processes to deliver high-performance components tailored to demanding applications. We are shaping the future of engineering.

About The Role

As the Business Development Director, you will be responsible for driving Grainger & Worrall’s growth strategy by identifying and securing new business opportunities, expanding our market presence, and fostering strategic partnerships. You will collaborate with key stakeholders, develop long-term client relationships, and ensure alignment with the company’s overall objectives.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Establishing, implementing, and evolving business development strategies to achieve order intake targets.
• Monitoring industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and obstacles.
• Creating and maintaining a pipeline of potential opportunities to develop new orders, partnerships, and revenue streams.
• Building and nurturing relationships with customers, partners, and industry peers.
• Guiding negotiations, securing contracts, and onboarding new customers or partners.
• Overseeing and mentoring the business winning team, providing training and performance management.
• Collaborating with delivery, engineering, finance, and other teams for coordinated market penetration.

Who We’re Looking For

You’ll have extensive experience in business development within the defence and aerospace sectors, with a proven track record of growth and closing high-value deals. You should be motivated to join a medium-sized company and contribute significantly to its expansion.

• Minimum of 15 years in business development, sales, or related fields.
• Proven success in driving order book growth and closing complex deals.
• Strong influence, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation capabilities.
• Strategic thinker with problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in CRM tools and data analysis.
• Existing network in defence and aerospace industries.

What You’ll Get

We offer a supportive environment for your professional growth, with tailored development plans to meet your goals.

Benefits include:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to purchase more.
• Westfield Health Insurance.
• Gym membership.
• Company pension.
• Free onsite parking.
• Family Ironbridge Pass.

What To Expect

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, valuing positivity, teamwork, and innovation. We support applicants with disabilities and are happy to make reasonable adjustments during recruitment and in the workplace. Please inform us of any needs.