Business Development Manager – Essex

About the role

A leading global electronics manufacturer is expanding its UK commercial team. As Regional Business Manager for Essex you will drive targeted sales growth across an established territory, managing a portfolio of customers and positioning the business as their preferred electronics partner.

Key responsibilities

• Grow sales and profit by increasing active projects across multiple customers.
• Engage customers through regular in‑person and remote activity.
• Manage projects from initial design concept through to production.
• Conduct territory reviews to identify opportunities and drive growth.
• Deliver personalised account management to strengthen long‑term relationships.
• Research and target high‑potential prospects to develop market strategies.
• Take full ownership of territory performance, ensuring customer numbers and spend align with growth expectations.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree, ideally in electronics or an engineering discipline.
• 2–3 years proven sales success in a technical, engineering, OEM or service‑led environment.
• Strong intellect, curiosity and analytical mindset.
• Experience working in a design‑led sales environment with design, procurement or engineering teams.
• Understanding of project management and long sales cycles.
• High energy, strong negotiation skills and a results‑focused approach.
• Willingness to travel nationally and occasional international travel, with a full UK driving licence.

What we offer

• Salary up to £45,000 basic plus commission, company car and annual bonus.
• Hybrid/remote working pattern – Monday & Friday work from home, Tuesday‑Thursday on the road.
• Standard working hours Monday‑Friday 8 am‑5 pm (40 hours per week).