Business Development Manager -Electronics

Business Development Manager (Electronics) c£50k + Commission + Benefits South East (Remote) | Permanent Ref: ABJ6458a An experienced Business Development Manager is required to join an established sales team, responsible for identifying, developing and supporting new customers within the electronics manufacturing sector. This role focuses on creating a strong pipeline of new customers aligned with integrated design and manufacturing solutions, in line with the company’s strategic business plan. Particular emphasis will be placed on target markets and start-up businesses where tailored support can help drive growth ambitions. A key element of the business development role will be ensuring a structured introduction and smooth transition of new customers into the business to support long-term development and retention. This is a remote role with occasional travel to the South East office and customer sites as required (typically flexible, potentially weekly depending on business needs). Salary is dependent on experience. Key Responsibilities * Develop and implement strategies to identify target customers capable of delivering revenue objectives * Build and maintain a strong pipeline of new business opportunities * Gain a thorough understanding of customer markets, performance history and forecasts * Lead initial bid review meetings, ensuring all required information is available for comprehensive evaluation * Conduct early-stage due diligence on prospects, including alignment with requirements and financial viability * Support marketing and brand presence at industry events and networking opportunities * Promote key differentiators and value propositions * Maintain accurate sales forecasts and deliver against agreed targets * Lead regular customer reviews covering forecasts, orders, visits and ongoing activity * Develop additional business opportunities with existing customers * Contribute to quarterly business reviews with relevant commercial data * Produce and distribute visit reports following customer meetings Qualifications & Experience * Ideally degree-qualified in a relevant technical or business discipline * Proven experience in a business development or sales role * Background in electronics manufacturing or a related industry PCB knowledge would be desirable * Technical understanding of electronics design and manufacturing processes * Highly organised with strong attention to detail * Professional, calm under pressure and commercially aware * Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously * Ability to prioritise effectively and work both independently and collaboratively * Strong communication and relationship-building skills * Commercial awareness with basic financial understanding Opportunity to join a dynamic and growing organisation, Personal development and further education opportunities. Flexible benefits package including pension, private healthcare and life assurance – commission explained on interview. Remote working with occasional office/customer visits Package: Competitive base. Flexible benefits package (company pension, private healthcare, life insurance). Remote working with occasional on-site customer/office visits. To Apply: Contact Alison Basson - (phone number removed) Ref: ABJ6458a