Business Development Manager UK & Nordics

Bekaert; Bradford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in Bradford is seeking a Business Development Manager for the UK and Nordic regions. This role involves analyzing market trends and competitors, developing innovative products, and executing strategic initiatives. Candidates should have strong analytical and communication skills, a bachelor's degree, and 5-7 years of experience in a relevant sector. Willingness to travel is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of proven experience in the power transmission or similar sector.
• Experience in a business development role is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Identify market trends and key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing on product development.
• Develop value propositions and monitor product performance.

Skills

Presentation skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Verbal and written communication in English

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Company: Bekaert NV

Business Development Manager UK & Nordics

Location: Bradford, GB

Be part of something bigger!

As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.

As a dynamic and growing company with over 24,000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and almost €5.3 billion in combined revenue in 2023, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!

As a Business Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of power transmission in the UK and Nordic regions. You will be responsible for identifying market trends, defining key stakeholders, and developing innovative products and applications that meet customer needs. Your strategic insights and execution will drive our market share and competitive edge.

Key Activities and Responsibilities

• Market Analysis: Map market and technology trends, identify value chains, and understand stakeholder challenges.
• Competitive Profiling: Monitor Bekaert’s market share and profile main competitors, assessing their strengths and weaknesses.
• Product Development: Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to identify new product opportunities and coordinate development activities.
• Strategic Execution: Develop and deliver value propositions, follow up on product performance, and update market insights.
• Promotion: Promote Bekaert’s value propositions through webinars, conferences, and technical committees.
• Marketing Communication: Create compelling marketing materials in collaboration with the Marketing Communication team.

Skills

• Strong presentation and negotiation skills.
• Ability to collect and analyze information from various sources.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (Swedish or Norwegian is a plus).
• Team player with the ability to connect with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel frequently.

Previous Experience

• Minimum 5-7 years of proven experience in the power transmission or similar sector, ideally in a business development role.

Qualifications and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).

Be bold and take the leap!

We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bring your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!

At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers.