Group Business Development Manager

INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT & HR EXPERTS ACROSS THE PLASTICS, PACKAGING, SPECIALITY CHEMICALS, LIFE SCIENCES, BIOPOLYMER, FOOD ADDITIVES & INGREDIENTS, ENERGY AND RECYCLING SECTORS SINCE 1975.

Group Business Development Manager

Job ref: AZ/64675

Based: Remote

Reports to: Group Commercial Director
Department: Commercial Team

Job Purpose:

Responsible for identifying and converting new business opportunities, building and maintaining client relationships, and driving revenue growth by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

Group BDM role covering UK and Slovakia manufacturing facilities, where equal focus is required to grow each site
Identify and convert new business opportunities both short and long term through market research, networking, and lead generation in line with the company strategic direction
Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders.
Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to potential clients highlighting the manufacturing value proposition including;
o Stamped parts and complimentary services such as subcontract cleaning and assembly.
Negotiate annual commercial contracts in line with business expectations
Manage and co-ordinate general in year price changes
Collaborate with external marketing provider to create digital content and launch market sector specific marketing campaigns
Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to inform business strategies
Develop and clearly communicate the revenue growth strategy for the market sector
Maintain accurate sales related records with the use of companies HubSpot CRM system

Measures for Success:

Increase in number of prospects and qualified leads being identified
Integration of new customers into the company s portfolio
RFQ Pipeline from both new & existing customers
Short term tactical transfer / resource business targets to be agreed
Longer term strategic projects targets to be agreed

Key Relationships:

Exec Team
Local plant managers
Plant management teams
NPI / Engineering team
External marketing provider
New and existing customers

Education/Qualifications/Experience/Skill/Competences:

Education/Qualification - Minimum:
Minimum Bachelor degree / HND in mechanical engineering

Requirements:

Experience in Manufacturing / Engineering
5-7 years minimum experience in business development or sales roles
Proven track record of identifying and closing new business contracts
Ability to think strategically and execute tactically
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment
Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite

Key Skills/Competencies:

Strategic Market Analysis
Lead Generation & Prospecting
Client Relationship Management
Negotiation & Closing Skills
Networking & Partnership Building

Other Requirements:

Regular travel will be required in UK and Europe

For reasons of better legibility, the simultaneous use of the language forms male, female and diverse (f/m/d) is avoided. All personal designations apply equally to all genders.

For UK roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom. Proof of eligibility will be required with your application.

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