Business Development Manager - UK and Europe

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Business Development Manager for the UK and Europe. This role involves strategizing sales through distribution partners across various sectors. Candidates should have technical knowledge and experience in business development and international sales, with a strong focus on market trends and strategic thinking.

Qualifications

• Technical understanding of electrically biased products or solutions.
• Strong background in business development in emerging markets.
• Experience in export, international sales, and willingness for travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and shape sales strategies for the UK and European markets.
• Conduct market and gap analysis to identify opportunities.
• Nurture existing partner relationships to drive sales.

Skills

Business Development

Market Analysis

Export Sales

Strategic Thinking

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Business Development Manager - UK and Europe, Guildford

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Guildford, United Kingdom

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Posted:

07.06.2025

Expiry Date:

22.07.2025

Job Description:

Business Development Manager - UK and Europe

Location – UK but flexible to airports and motorway networks for international travel.

Salary - £60k to £70k basic with bonus to £12k per annum plus car and benefits.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting and wide-ranging opportunity, working for a group of 10 global manufacturers with operations in America, Asia, and Europe. The business manufactures a range of test and measurement equipment with associated services, providing these solutions to end users in sectors such as Transport, Renewable Energy, Construction, Healthcare, and more. These are sold via distribution partners across these territories.

The Role

This role focuses on the UK market strategy for sales via distribution partners in various segments of business and industry, along with a focus on the European footprint for the same. Existing partners exist, and some excellent results derive from these relationships, which will be nurtured by you. The role involves market analysis, gap analysis to assess trends and future market opportunities, analyzing product offerings and pricing, and providing feedback to product management and sales teams. You will shape sales strategies at the country level and collaborate with local sales teams across Europe to optimize both local and global potential.

The Applicant

You should have a technical understanding of electrically biased products or solutions or at least be technically persuasive. You will be a strategic thinker and long-term planner with a strong background in business development and growth strategies for emerging markets. Experience in export or international sales and flexibility for international travel are essential. Familiarity with working within a matrix organization with different group companies and decision-makers across countries is advantageous.