Head of Subsea Robotics BD & Sales

Saab UK; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Workplace pension 8%

Job summary

Saab UK is seeking a Head of Business Development & Sales to lead strategic planning and execution for growth in subsea robotics. You will guide partnerships, manage a sales team and drive revenue across Offshore Energy and Defence sectors. The role supports both home-based and Fareham Office work.

Strong leadership and market insight are essential to shape future opportunities. Lead the bid process, develop customer relationships and present Saab's solutions to senior stakeholders, ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Proven BD/technical sales track record in subsea robotics or similar.
• Strong leadership, communication and negotiation skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Identify and generate new sales opportunities through targeted business development.
• Develop formal sales plans and strategies to drive revenue growth.
• Lead relationships with customers and distributors across markets including Offshore Energy and Defence.
• Coordinate bid/contract reviews and support commercial/technical proposals.
• Manage a team of Sales Managers and a Customer Services Manager to deliver on KPIs.
• Represent Saab UK at trade shows and industry events.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Communication

Market analysis

Team management

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

CRM software

Bid management tools

Job description

Saab UK is seeking a Head of Business Development & Sales to lead strategic planning and execution for growth in subsea robotics. You will guide partnerships, manage a sales team and drive revenue across Offshore Energy and Defence sectors. The role supports both home-based and Fareham Office work.

Strong leadership and market insight are essential to shape future opportunities. Lead the bid process, develop customer relationships and present Saab's solutions to senior stakeholders, ensuring