Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager (Homebased/Cheshire) Manufacturing, Engineering Competitive Salary We are currently seeking for an experienced Business Development Manager (Work from home) to support further growth for our client particularly around their machining capability with a well–established British investment casting company. Specialising in high integrity casting in both Ferrous and Non–Ferrous materials, they supply a diverse range of sectors; Aerospace, Automotive, Defence, Marine, Medical, Oil & Gas and Rail. This is a new position working alongside an existing commercial team and broad UK focus. What's in it for you? An exciting opportunity to join a leading casting company with over 70 years of experience and renowned within mainly the aerospace and defence industry. A competitive salary and opportunity to be homebased. The company have expansive plans for growth and there is an opportunity to drive the sales strategy and shape the future of the business. As Business Development Manager you will be required to: Be a hunter for new business. Hit the ground running and make an immediate impact. Assist the internal sales teams in providing quotes for new business. Identify and qualify new customers and potential new market opportunities across the UK with an eye on European opportunities. Visit potential and existing clients in person across the UK. Manage existing the customer base to maximise turnover and profitability. Be able to aid in design of new parts and quote for machining opportunities. As Business Development Manager you will ideally have: Proven experience of sales success, especially in attracting new business. A background in machining or engineering. Market knowledge of Aerospace, Defence, Marine, New power Generation, Oil & Gas, Nuclear, high–end manufacturing. Experience of doing business within a high quality and diverse customer base. Self–motivated, with a passion and drive for growing sales. A strong commercial awareness around sales forecasting and profitability. Represent the company in a business like and professional manner at all times. Suitably qualified and experienced Business Development Managers should apply directly or by contacting Stephen Brookes on (phone number removed) or by emailing (url removed) Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency