Business Development Manager (Defence / Vehicle Armour Systems)

Coventry
4 weeks ago
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Business Development Manager (Defence / Vehicle Armour Systems)

£68,000 - £75,000 + Discretionary Half Year Bonus + Enhanced Holiday Allowance + Potential Hybrid Working + Flexible Start Time + Life Cover + Healthcare Plan + International Travel

Coventry

Are you a Sales professional with experience working in the Defence or Security industries looking for an exciting new opportunity to join a global leading manufacturer where you will be at the forefront of the business driving new sales and leading the company's global expansion?

On offer is the chance to become a fundamental asset to the business. You will be identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, gathering and analysing market data, engaging with internal stakeholders to deliver accurate information to customers and representing cutting edge vehicle armour systems to customers worldwide.

This company have been established for almost a century and are globally recognized for the specialist work they do and have built an astounding reputation within the industry by providing their clients with efficient and high quality work each time. Their mission is to improve and protect lives with their extensive range of specialist technology.

If you're a Sales professional with experience working in the defence and security sectors looking to make a difference for an industry leady company, apply today.

The Role:

Identify and pursue new business opportunities across international markets
Identify and collate customers requirements
Develop, maintain and execute new business campaigns
Support the Bid Management team in responding to tenders
Build and manage a strong sales pipeline
Support the broader Business Development team the opportunity tracking, reporting and preparing high impact briefs for stakeholders
Represent the company at client sites, industry events and global forumsThe Person:

Experience in the Defence or Security industry
Experience in sales or business development
University or College degree in Science, Engineering, Business development or similarKeywords: Sales, Manager, Business Development, Defence, Security, Military, Armour, Coventry, Midlands, Aerospace, Manufacturer, Engineering, Technology

Reference Number: BBBH19344

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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