Strategic Business Development Manager, Data Center Cooling

Airedale by Modine

Leeds

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 80,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Modine is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive new opportunities in data centre, healthcare and university sectors from our Leeds base. You will build strategic plans, develop client relationships, lead tender responses and collaborate with engineering and operations teams to win and grow high-value contracts.

This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on sales, delivering sustainable growth and shaping our market presence from the UK.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Significant experience in business development or sales, preferably in the data centre industry.
Proven track record in identifying, developing and winning new business.
Strong commercial awareness and negotiation experience.
Experience managing complex sales cycles and multiple stakeholders.
Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving business growth.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

Identify target customers, build opportunities, and establish budgets and timelines.
Develop and implement strategic business development plans aligned with objectives.
Generate qualified leads via networking, referrals, events, and research.
Negotiate contracts and convert leads into long-term relationships.
Maintain CRM records and report on activity and forecasts.
Lead tender and proposal management with cross-functional teams.