Senior Business Development Manager

Embed Ltd.; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive industry is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager in Coventry. The role focuses on generating new business and expanding into new markets while managing a sales team and overseeing strategic decisions. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in business development, particularly within the automotive consulting field, and demonstrate strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in business development or sales, especially in automotive.
• Proven success in lead generation and closing deals.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Develop and maintain a sales pipeline.
• Manage sales activities within CRM systems.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

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Senior Business Development Manager, Coventry

Client:

Embed Ltd.

Location:

Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

Job Description:

Littelfuse, one of America's Best Mid-Sized Companies (Forbes), has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Illinois for 11 consecutive years. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Littelfuse is a global manufacturer of electronic components serving over 100,000 customers worldwide, with more than 17,000 employees across 15 countries. We produce semiconductors, sensors, switches, fuses, and more, contributing to a sustainable, connected, and safer world. In 2021, Littelfuse reported net sales of $2.1 billion.

Embed UK, a division of Littelfuse, specializes in engineering consultancy and embedded solutions for the automotive industry, focusing on delivering high-quality, innovative solutions to OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers globally.

We are seeking a results-driven Senior Business Development Manager (Hybrid) with proven experience in consulting to lead our sales and marketing strategy. The role involves generating new business, expanding into new markets, and supporting the growth of Embed UK and Littelfuse product lines.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and secure new business opportunities with current and prospective customers.
• Develop and maintain a sales pipeline, driving leads to purchase orders.
• Generate quotations and proposals collaboratively with Engineering and Project Management teams.
• Build and nurture long-term customer relationships.
• Manage sales activities within CRM systems like HubSpot or Salesforce.

Market Expansion:

• Research customer needs, market trends, and competitors.
• Define strategies to enter new markets and segments.
• Create go-to-market plans for new target markets.

Product Strategy:

• Identify technologies and potential product enhancements.
• Develop business cases for new products/services.
• Collaborate with product teams to align strategies.

Leadership:

• Oversee and mentor up to 2 team members.
• Contribute to strategic decisions at the senior leadership level.
• Identify areas for sales focus to sustain growth.

Candidate Profile:

• 7+ years in business development or sales, preferably in the automotive consulting industry.
• Proven success in lead generation and closing complex deals.
• Experience with CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce).
• Strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and balance technical and commercial aspects.

Littelfuse values diversity, collaboration, and respect, aiming to empower employee growth. We are committed to equal opportunity employment, fostering a culture of ongoing learning and respect for global perspectives.