Business Development Executive

SENKO Advanced Components, Inc.; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Company pension

Long service awards

Life assurance

Wellbeing benefit

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

SENKO Advanced Components, Inc. is seeking a commercially minded Business Development Executive to drive growth in the European Data Centre market.

You will work with the European Business Development Manager to nurture customer relationships and identify opportunities across Europe. The role involves collaboration with Sales, Engineering, Product Management and Operations, attending meetings and industry events, and travelling internationally.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in business development or sales.
• Experience in data centre, telecoms or fibre optic sectors is essential.
• Strong commercial awareness and relationship-building skills.
• Confident communicator with excellent organisational skills.
• Proactive, self-motivated and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across the European Data Centre market.
• Build strong relationships with customers, partners, consultants and industry stakeholders.
• Support management of the sales pipeline and strategic accounts.
• Attend customer meetings, exhibitions and industry events across Europe.
• Work closely with Sales, Engineering, Product Management and Operations to progress opportunities.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and emerging technologies.
• Support commercial proposals, forecasts and market analysis.

Skills

Relationship building

Commercial awareness

Communication

Organisational skills

Proactive

Sales

Job description

As the industry’s leader in fibre optic interconnects, SENKO is relentlessly pushing the boundaries of technology. Our dynamic and fast-paced environment fosters a culture of creativity and collaboration, where your ideas can thrive. We partner with the world’s most renowned technology giants, shaping the future of connectivity together.

At Senko, you’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about innovation and dedicated to making a global impact. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and be at the forefront of technological advancements, Senko is the place for you.

We’re looking for a commercially minded and proactive Business Development Executive to support the continued growth of SENKO’s European Data Centre business. Working closely with the European Business Development Manager, you’ll help develop customer relationships, identify new opportunities and support strategic growth across the European market.

Key responsibilities:

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across the European Data Centre market
• Build strong relationships with customers, partners, consultants and industry stakeholders
• Support management of the sales pipeline and strategic accounts
• Attend customer meetings, exhibitions and industry events across Europe
• Work closely with Sales, Engineering, Product Management and Operations to progress opportunities
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and emerging technologies
• Support commercial proposals, forecasts and market analysis

What we’re looking for:

• A minimum of 2 years experience in business development or sales
• Data centre, telecoms or fibre optic experience is essential
• Strong commercial awareness and relationship-building skills
• Confident communicator with excellent organisational skills
• Proactive, self-motivated and comfortable working independently

International travel will be required.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and career development.
• Comprehensive benefits package (including private health insurance, company pension, long service awards, life assurance, wellbeing benefit, EAP, plus many more!)
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Come and join us on this exciting journey to shape the future of connectivity!

Senko Advanced Components (Euro) Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation. We are an inclusive organisation and actively promote equality of opportunity for all. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Please email [e-mail] to inform of any adjustments. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way.