Business Development Manager

Bennett and Game; West Yorkshire; Remote; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Business Development Manager to join their team remotely. This pivotal role involves identifying new business opportunities and nurturing client relationships in the defence and nuclear sectors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business development, particularly within engineering or manufacturing, and will be adept at creating and implementing strategies for growth. With a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a respected company in the precision-engineered components sector. If you're looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this role is for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangement

Travel allowance

Opportunity to work with a respected company

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development in engineering or manufacturing sectors.
• Existing network in the defence and nuclear industries.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities in the defence and nuclear industries.
• Build and manage relationships with existing clients.

Skills

Business Development

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Networking

Job description

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a well-established engineering company on a 6-12 month fixed-term contract. This is a pivotal role, ideal for an individual with a background in the defence and nuclear industries, looking to contribute to the growth of a company in the precision-engineered subcontract components sector.

Business Development Manager FTC Job Overview

As a Business Development Manager, you will play a key role in identifying and securing new business opportunities, managing relationships with existing clients, and driving sales for the company's subcontract precision-engineered machined components. This is a remote role, and while part-time hours are preferred, full-time hours may be considered for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Generate New Business: Proactively identify and reach out to potential customers in the defence and nuclear industries who would benefit from precision-engineered components.
2. Build and Manage Relationships: Develop long-lasting relationships with existing clients and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.
3. Lead Generation: Utilise your network and industry knowledge to bring in new business leads and manage the sales process from lead to closure.
4. Sales Strategy: Create and implement a business development strategy that targets key sectors, with a focus on gas & oil, pharmaceutical, defence, and nuclear.
5. Showcase Services: Present and demonstrate the benefits and features of the company's services and products to potential clients.
6. Travel: Travel to client sites as necessary (with travel allowance provided).

Business Development Manager FTC Job Requirements

1. Proven experience in business development, preferably in engineering or manufacturing sectors.
2. Existing network of contacts within the defence and nuclear industries.
3. Strong communication and negotiation skills.
4. Ability to work independently and manage your own schedule effectively.

Business Development Manager FTC Salary & Benefits

1. Competitive salary of circa £50,000 per annum (pro rata unless offered full time).
2. Flexible working arrangement: remote work with the potential for full-time work depending on the candidate.
3. Travel allowance for client visits.
4. Opportunity to work with a respected company in the subcontract engineering industry.