Business Development Manager (Defence / Vehicle Armour Systems)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer in the Defence sector is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive sales and support global expansion. This role involves identifying new opportunities, engaging with stakeholders, and representing innovative vehicle armour systems worldwide. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales within the Defence or Security industries and relevant academic qualifications. The position offers a competitive salary, a discretionary bonus, and flexible working options.

Benefits

Discretionary Half Year Bonus

Enhanced Holiday Allowance

Potential Hybrid Working

Flexible Start Time

Life Cover

Healthcare Plan

International Travel

Qualifications

• Experience in the Defence or Security industry.
• Experience in sales or business development.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across international markets.
• Develop and execute new business campaigns.
• Support the Bid Management team in responding to tenders.

Skills

Sales

Business Development

Market Analysis

Education

Degree in Science

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Business Development

Job description

Business Development Manager (Defence / Vehicle Armour Systems)

68,000 - 75,000 + Discretionary Half Year Bonus + Enhanced Holiday Allowance + Potential Hybrid Working + Flexible Start Time + Life Cover + Healthcare Plan + International Travel

Location: Coventry

Are you a sales professional with experience in the Defence or Security industries seeking an exciting opportunity to join a global leading manufacturer? In this role, you will drive new sales and lead the company’s global expansion efforts.

This position offers the chance to become a key asset to the business by identifying and pursuing new opportunities, analyzing market data, engaging with internal stakeholders, and representing cutting-edge vehicle armour systems worldwide.

This company has been established for nearly a century, earning a reputation for high-quality, efficient work in the industry. Their mission is to improve and protect lives through their extensive range of specialist technology.

If you are a sales professional with Defence and Security sector experience and want to make a difference in an industry-leading company, apply today.

The Role:

1. Identify and pursue new business opportunities across international markets
2. Gather and analyze customer requirements
3. Develop and execute new business campaigns
4. Support the Bid Management team in responding to tenders
5. Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline
6. Assist the Business Development team with opportunity tracking, reporting, and stakeholder briefs
7. Represent the company at client sites, industry events, and global forums

The Person:

1. Experience in the Defence or Security industry
2. Experience in sales or business development
3. Degree in Science, Engineering, Business Development, or a related field

Keywords: Sales, Manager, Business Development, Defence, Security, Military, Armour, Coventry, Midlands, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Engineering, Technology

Reference Number: BBBH19344

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