Business Development Manager

Octagon Group; Reading; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Octagon Group is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth in the UK market. You will identify opportunities, build customer relationships and manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to close, working with engineering teams to tailor solutions.

Ideal candidates have a track record in technical B2B sales, preferably in power electronics or related engineering fields, and confident interaction with senior stakeholders to secure long-term partnerships.

Qualifications

• Proven background in B2B business development or technical sales.
• Experience in power electronics, power supplies, or related engineering areas is advantageous.
• Commercially focused with ability to engage with technical and senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across the UK
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, OEMs and distribution partners
• Manage the full sales cycle from initial prospecting through to contract negotiation and close
• Develop existing accounts and identify opportunities for further growth
• Work closely with technical teams to understand customer requirements and deliver appropriate solutions
• Represent the business at customer meetings, exhibitions and industry events

Skills

B2B sales

Technical sales

Power electronics

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Business Development Manager

Power Electronics | Technical Sales

Location: Reading | Salary: Competitive + Bonus | Type: Permanent

We are currently recruiting on behalf of an established and growing technical engineering business specialising in power electronics, power supplies, power conversion and energy solutions.

As part of their continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to identify new opportunities, develop strategic customer relationships and drive revenue growth across the UK.

Key Responsibilities for the Business Development Manager job:

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across the UK
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, OEMs and distribution partners
• Manage the full sales cycle from initial prospecting through to contract negotiation and close
• Develop existing accounts and identify opportunities for further growth
• Work closely with technical teams to understand customer requirements and deliver appropriate solutions
• Represent the business at customer meetings, exhibitions and industry events

Required skills and experience for the Business Development Manager job:

• The successful candidate will have a proven background in B2B business development or technical sales, ideally within a technical or engineering environment.
• Experience in power electronics, power supplies, electrical/electronic components, industrial automation, energy storage or renewable energy would be highly advantageous.
• You will be commercially focused, confident engaging with technical and senior stakeholders, and have a strong track record of developing new business and building long-term customer relationships.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established technical business with ambitious growth plans and genuine scope to make a significant commercial impact.