Business Development Manager

Brightbridge Executive Search; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Car Allowance

Benefits

Job summary

A market-leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Group Business Development Manager to drive growth across Europe. This full-time role involves leading customer engagement, negotiating commercial agreements, and building strategic campaigns. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of experience in business development or sales within the manufacturing sectors. The package includes a salary of £60,000 plus bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years in business development or sales, ideally in manufacturing sectors.
• Proven ability to win complex technical new business.
• Experience in cross-border sales beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business and convert strategic opportunities into partnerships.
• Lead customer engagement from first contact to contract signing.
• Negotiate commercial agreements and manage key accounts.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Relationship-building skills

Education

Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CRM systems (HubSpot preferred)

Job description

Overview

A market-leading precision engineering and metal stamping specialist is seeking a Group Business Development Manager to drive growth across Europe. With modern manufacturing facilities in the UK and Central Europe, over €40m in revenue, and a 75-year history, the company provides high-volume, high-reliability components to global OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers in the e-Mobility, Medical Devices, and Industrial Technology sectors.

Salary: £60,000 + Bonus + Car Allowance + Benefits

Responsibilities

• Driving new business and converting strategic opportunities into long-term partnerships.
• Leading customer engagement from first contact to contract signing.
• Building sector-focused campaigns in collaboration with the marketing team.
• Negotiating commercial agreements and managing key accounts.
• Monitoring competitor activity and market trends to help shape the growth strategy.

You will act as the bridge between market demand, engineering capability, and commercial strategy, with the autonomy to make an impact and the support of a well-invested, international manufacturer.

What We\'re Looking For

• Experience: 5-7+ years in business development or sales, ideally in the pressing, stamping, or related manufacturing sectors.
• Education: A Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering (minimum).
• Track Record: Proven ability to win complex technical new business.
• Skills: Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Technical: Proficiency with CRM systems (HubSpot preferred).

Additional Experience: Experience in cross-border sales and a knowledge of ISO 13485 and DFM principles would be beneficial.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Industries

• Manufacturing