Business Development Manager

Overview: Working exclusively with our client, an established and expanding injection moulding manufacturer, we are looking for a Business Development Manager to support further business growth.

 

Remit:

• This position will suit an experienced Technical Sales or Business Development Manager with a background in injection moulding or other polymer processing disciplines
• A fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and self-motivated sales professional with a proven track record of identifying and pursuing new business opportunities
• The successful Business Development Manager will be joining a dynamic and forward-thinking business with significant scope for growth

 

Role:

• As Business Development Manager you will be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities for the company’s injection moulding manufacturing services
• In the role of Business Development Manager you will build strong business relationships with prospective customers across target industry market sectors
• Developing and maintaining a strong pipeline of new business opportunities
• Generate leads through market research, networking, contact referrals and industry events
• Managing the full sales cycle from initial contact through to contract award
• Act as the main commercial contact for customers during quotation and project development stages
• Understand customer requirements and coordinate with internal teams to develop solutions
• Prepare and present quotations, proposals and commercial offers
• Lead commercial negotiations with customers
• Ensure projects are commercially viable and aligned with company pricing strategies
• Monitor market trends, competitors and emerging opportunities
• Contribute to strategic sales planning for the business
• Represent the company at trade shows and industry events

 

Experience Requirements:

• Proven experience of business development or technical sales within injection moulding or plastics manufacturing
• Technical knowledge and understanding of plastic injection moulding processes and tooling
• Demonstrated ability to win and develop new business
• Strong negotiation and relationship building skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to understand technical drawings, specifications and manufacturing requirements
• Knowledge of tooling development and product design for injection moulding an advantage
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving ability
• Full UK driving licence

 

Key Words: “Business Development Manager”, “Technical Sales Manager”, “Sales Manager”, “Technical Sales Engineer”, “Key Account Manager”, “Injection Moulding”, “Plastics”, “Polymers”, “Automotive”, “Medical”