Sales & Business Development Manager - Sensors/Automotive

Roc Search GmbH; England; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturer in the sensor technology market is seeking a Sales & Business Development Manager to drive growth across the UK and European regions. This pivotal role focuses on securing new business, particularly within OEM accounts in the automotive sector, and requires a degree in Engineering along with a strong track record in sales. Remote working flexibility is provided within a highly experienced international team.

Benefits

Remote working flexibility

Support from a highly experienced international team

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales and business development.
• Experience in penetrating OEMs and winning new business.
• Confident communicator with excellent negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead new business development across Europe.
• Secure new projects and long-term supply agreements.
• Collaborate with global engineering teams on product introductions.
• Conduct market analysis for emerging applications.
• Represent the business at trade shows and industry events.

Skills

Sales and business development

Negotiation

Relationship management

Market analysis

Education

Degree in Engineering (Electronics, Mechanical, Automotive or similar)

Job description

Overview

Sales & Business Development Manager - Sensors / Automotive OEMs
UK / Remote

We are supporting a global manufacturer in the sensor technology market who are seeking a Sales & Business Development Manager to lead growth across the UK and wider European region (Main focus will be on UK Business). This position is pivotal in driving new business, breaking into OEM accounts and shaping sales strategy across the sensor and automotive sectors.

The Role

• Take ownership of new business development, building and executing a strong pipeline of opportunities across Europe.
• Proactively break into OEMs, securing new projects and long term supply agreements.
• Collaborate closely with global engineering teams on product introductions ensuring technical solutions meet customer requirements.
• Conduct market analysis to identify emerging applications, technologies and trends within sensors and automotive.
• Represent the business at trade shows, customer tech days, and industry events to build visibility and establish long-term partnerships.
• Deliver accurate sales forecasting, ensuring consistent revenue growth and alignment with business objectives.

What the business are looking for

• A degree in Engineering (Electronics, Mechanical, Automotive, or similar)
• Strong track record in sales and business development, with proven success in penetrating OEMs and winning new business.
• Experience within sensors or the automotive sector is highly advantageous.
• Confident communicator with excellent negotiation and relationship management skills.
• A strategic yet hands-on approach to delivering growth.
• Flexible to travel extensively across Europe (up to 80%).

What's On Offer

• Join a globally recognised leader in industry.
• Play a central role in expanding OEM market presence and driving UK and European sales strategy.
• Remote working flexibility with the backing of a highly experienced international team.