Business Development Manager - Composites

Key Selection Recruitment Limited; Newquay; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer in composites seeks a Business Development Manager to expand its presence in the defence, aerospace, and high-performance engineering sectors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in composites and proven commercial success. This role offers a salary of £60,000 - £65,000 per annum, hybrid or remote working options, and an opportunity to drive business growth.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Career-defining opportunity

Supportive leadership team

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, account management, or technical sales within composites or advanced manufacturing.
• Experience within the defence or aerospace sectors.
• Strong technical understanding of composite materials and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the commercial growth strategy for related markets.
• Identify and convert new business opportunities and partnerships.
• Lead customer engagement, proposal creation, and contract negotiation.
• Represent the company at industry events and client meetings.
• Build and nurture long-term relationships with key industry stakeholders.

Skills

Business development

Account management

Strong communication skills

Strategic thinking

Job description

Business Development Manager - Composites / Defence Sector

Location: Cornwall (Hybrid or Remote options available)

Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum + Bonus + Benefits

Contract: Permanent

The Opportunity

A leading UK manufacturer of advanced composite structures and tooling is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to help expand its footprint across the defence, aerospace, and high-performance engineering sectors.

The ideal candidate will have strong composites industry knowledge, a proven commercial track record, and established contacts within defence or adjacent markets. This is a strategic commercial role with autonomy to shape business direction and drive growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the commercial growth strategy for defence, aerospace, and composite manufacturing markets
• Identify and convert new business opportunities and partnerships
• Lead customer engagement, proposal creation, and contract negotiation
• Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and client meetings
• Collaborate closely with technical and production teams to align engineering and commercial goals
• Maintain accurate sales forecasts and CRM data
• Build and nurture long-term relationships with key industry stakeholders

About You

• Proven experience in business development, account management, or technical sales within composites or advanced manufacturing
• Network or experience within the defence or aerospace sectors
• Strong technical understanding of composite materials and manufacturing processes
• Strategic, commercially minded, and results-driven
• Excellent communicator, confident at all levels
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently or remotely

What's on Offer

• £60,000 - £65,000 per annum + performance-related bonus
• Hybrid or remote working options considered
• Career-defining opportunity with a growing, innovative business
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture

How to Apply

Apply with your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion