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Job Title: Business Development Manager

Location: Gloucestershire

Pay Range/details: Completive

Contract Type: Permanent

Omega is proud to be supporting a leading organisation in the precision engineering sector in their search for a dynamic and customer-focused Business Development Manager.

In this high-impact, customer-facing role, you will be responsible for driving commercial growth across the UK and European markets. You’ll lead the development of existing client relationships, identify new business opportunities, and play a key role in delivering strategic sales initiatives aligned with the company’s long-term objectives.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially driven professional who thrives on building relationships, spotting opportunities, and delivering growth within technically advanced industries.

Key Responsibilities – Business Development Manager

Develop and execute a clear, strategic sales plan to achieve revenue targets and manage a robust sales pipeline.
Identify and secure new business opportunities, while expanding existing accounts—particularly within the precision machining sector.
Utilise value-based selling techniques to optimise pricing and build long-term, trusted customer relationships.
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including Operations, Quality, Legal, and Finance to support customers and close new business.
Prepare and deliver compelling presentations to customers and internal stakeholders, with a focus on building loyalty and satisfaction.
Lead or support contract negotiations to ensure new business is commercially viable and company investments are protected.
This is a remote-based role with a requirement to attend the office once every two weeks.

Qualifications & Requirements – Business Development Manager

Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering or Science degree in related field.
Apprentice trained in CNC manufacturing environment.
Experience in B2B sales/business development in Aerospace / Oil & Gas / Defence market for a manufacturing company.
Understanding of applications and needs in Aerospace / Oil & Gas / Defence market; relationships with major customers in these markets is essential to the success of this role.
The demonstrated interpersonal skills necessary for interaction with other employees at various levels of the organization as a team member.

What we can offer – Business Development Manager

Car allowance
5% pension contribution.
Time off to attend medical appointments.
Enhanced sick pay privileges.
Long service awards.
Employee referral bonus.
25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

For more information on this role, please contact Michael Farrell on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to

Candidates who are currently in roles such as Account Manager, Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Client Relationship Manager, or Key Account Manager may be suitable for this position.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website (url removed)

Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors

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