Business Development Manager - RF & Waveguide
Location: UK Remote / Hybrid (with UK & International Travel)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Business Development Manager - RF & Waveguide to join a UK-based, industry-leading manufacturer and technology organisation with over 75 years' experience delivering RF, microwave and waveguide solutions into defence, medical, telecommunications, research and other mission-critical markets. This role suits a technically credible, commercially driven sales professional with a strong focus on new business development alongside key account growth across the UK, Europe and longer term the United States.
Main Responsibilities of the Business Development Manager - RF & Waveguide (UK Remote / Hybrid):
Drive new business acquisition across the UK and Europe, expanding into the US over time
Identify and prioritise high-value customers and opportunities for standard and bespoke RF, microwave and waveguide solutions
Build and manage a strong sales pipeline with a high proportion of new business activity
Lead technical sales discussions and act as the primary commercial interface for customers
Re-engage dormant accounts and develop long-term customer relationships
Prepare quotations, negotiate commercial terms and manage order progression
Feed market and product insight back into the business
Maintain accurate CRM records, forecasts and reports
Work closely with engineering and operations teams to ensure aligned delivery
Represent the business at customer meetings and industry events
Requirements of the Business Development Manager - RF & Waveguide (UK Remote / Hybrid):
Proven technical sales or business development experience within RF, microwave, waveguide, defence or medical technology sectors
Strong understanding of RF / microwave technologies; waveguide experience advantageous
Track record of closing complex, engineered solutions
Experience selling into OEMs, primes or specialist manufacturers
Confident engaging with engineers and technical decision-makers
Hunter mindset with strong new business focus
CRM experience (Salesforce advantageous)
Excellent communication, negotiation and organisational skills
Degree-level education preferred but not essential
British passport holder required due to security clearance and travel requirements
To apply for this Business Development Manager - RF & Waveguide role, please send your CV to Kishan Chandarana:
01582 878 830
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