Business Development Manager - UK and Europe

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

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer is seeking a Business Development Manager for the UK and Europe. This role encompasses developing sales strategies, conducting market analysis, and nurturing existing distribution partner relationships. Ideal candidates will possess strong business development experience and a technical understanding of relevant products, preparing them for international travel and strategic growth.

Benefits

Car and benefits

Performance bonus potential

Qualifications

• Strong background in business development and international sales.
• Experience working in different regions and with diverse decision-makers.
• Flexibility for international travel is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement UK market strategy for sales through distribution partners.
• Conduct market and gap analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Collaborate with sales teams to optimize sales strategies in Europe.

Skills

Technical understanding of electrically biased products

Strategic thinking

Business development

Growth strategies for emerging markets

Market analysis

Job description

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Business Development Manager - UK and Europe, Wakefield

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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. Existing partners exist, and some excellent results derive from these relationships, which will be nurtured by you. The role involves market analysis, gap analysis, assessing trends and future market opportunities, analyzing product offerings, pricing, and providing feedback to product management and sales teams. You will shape sales strategies at the country level across Europe and work with local sales teams to optimize 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. Experience working with different group companies and decision-makers in various countries, possibly in a matrix organization, may be advantageous.