Business Development Manager - North England

Redline Group Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK electronics manufacturing provider is seeking a Business Development Manager in North England. The role focuses on enhancing customer relationships, driving business growth, and managing sales within the PCB assembly sector. Candidates should possess a solid track record in sales, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to work independently with a hybrid/remote setup.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electronics manufacturing sales required.
• Track record in new business development and account management.
• Self-starter with a strong network in PCB and defence sectors.

Responsibilities

• Identify and win new business opportunities with 60% focus on hunting.
• Build and manage a sales pipeline for PCB assembly and manufacturing.
• Deliver monthly sales KPIs and contribute to sales strategy.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Commercial Awareness

Education

Degree qualified (preferred but not essential)

Tools

CRM software

Mainstream software proficiency

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a leading UK electronics manufacturing provider based in North England - our client is seeking a Business Development Manager to enhance and develop customer relationships, drive business growth, and lead new business development across North England.

Key responsibilities of the Business Development Manager based in North England:

• Identify, qualify, and win new business opportunities across target markets, with a 60% focus on hunting new customers and 40% on key account management
• Build and manage a strong sales pipeline focused on PCB assembly, contract manufacturing, surface mount, box build, and sheet metal services
• Expand relationships with existing customers to maximise business potential across design, production, and quality divisions
• Collaborate closely with Estimating and Production teams to ensure competitive, timely quotes and customer satisfaction
• Respond promptly to sales enquiries and follow up proactively
• Coordinate business development efforts across all group divisions and maintain strong internal stakeholder relationships
• Provide regular updates on prospects and projects to senior management, including opportunity tracking, sales forecasting, and CRM maintenance
• Deliver monthly and quarterly sales KPIs and contribute to sales strategy and growth plans
• Operate independently managing a remote territory covering North England (north of Stafford) and south of Scotland, with hybrid/remote working arrangements

Skills and experience required for the Business Development Manager based in North England:

• Provable experience in electronics manufacturing sales, preferably contract manufacturing or PCB assembly
• Proven track record of successful new business development and key account management
• Strong commercial awareness and target-driven mindset with excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
• Established network of contacts within the PCB and defence sectors is essential
• Self-starter, highly motivated, able to work independently and on the road
• Fully computer literate with mainstream software proficiency
• Full UK driving licence required

Desirable:

• Degree qualified (preferred but not essential)
• Experience selling into Medical Device, Aerospace, Military & Defence, Life Science, Space, Automotive, Telecommunications, Oil & Gas, Renewable Energy, Maritime, Industrial Equipment, or Networking sectors
• Familiarity with integrated manufacturing environments offering design, manufacturing, and assembly services

To apply for this Business Development Manager role based in North England, please send your CV to [e-mail] or call 01582 878 830 / 07961 158 784.