We're delighted to be supporting our client, a precision engineering and manufacturing specialist, with their search for an experienced Business Development Manager.
The Business Development Manager will focus on securing new opportunities for the business, for services ranging from new concept design and manufacture, through to finished product assembly.
The team are looking for a commercially driven BDM, supporting a well-established customer base through strategic Key Account Management, while driving new business development across target markets including Medical, Biotech, Defence and Industrial.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage and grow existing key accounts, developing and executing structured account development plans, identifying value-adding opportunities that deepen engagement and strengthen long-term partnerships.
* Identify and secure new business opportunities that support the strategic growth of the business, managing the full sales cycle from initial outreach to onboarding, ensuring a smooth transition and strong foundation for sustained growth.
* Collaborate closely across internal functions — such as Customer Success, Production Engineering, and Commercial — to align on customer needs, enhance service delivery, and increasing loyalty and sales performance.
* Contribute to strategic growth initiatives and continuous improvement projects, including exploring acquisition opportunities.
Person Specification
* Excellent planning and organisation skills, essential for managing our blue-chip Key customers.
* Ability to work under pressure in a high growth environment.
* A good level of business and commercial acumen
* Detail orientated – working with numbers to understand trends, analysis, and opportunities.
* A good understanding of machine parts / CNC / with the ability to understand technical drawings