Business Development Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer

Posted 21 March 2026

LOCATION

Sheffield

TYPE

Full-time

LEVEL

Mid-Senior level

SKILLS

Business Development Technical Sales Sales Engineering Solutions Automation Project Management Communication Negotiation

FULL DESCRIPTION

A leading advanced engineering company specialising in robotics, automation, and precision engineering solutions is looking to appoint a commercially driven Business Development Manager. The business delivers bespoke automation and engineering solutions to customers across a range of technically demanding sectors including rail, defence, aerospace, automotive and advanced manufacturing.

MetLase - Business Development Manager

Sheffield

Competitive

Permanent

Job Reference: 1650387

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A leading advanced engineering company specialising in robotics, automation, and precision engineering solutions is looking to appoint a commercially driven Business Development Manager.

The business delivers bespoke automation and engineering solutions to customers across a range of technically demanding sectors including rail, defence, aerospace, automotive and advanced manufacturing.

This is an excellent opportunity for a high-performing technical salesperson who enjoys selling complex, project-based engineering solutions and building long-term partnerships with customers.

The Business Development Manager will:

Identify and pursue new business opportunities across sectors such as rail, defence, aerospace and advanced manufacturing.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers.
Promote the company's engineering, robotics and automation capabilities to win new projects.
Generate leads through existing customers, industry events, exhibitions and networking.
Prepare and deliver technical and commercial proposals and presentations.
Manage complex project-based sales cycles, negotiating contracts and closing deals.
Collaborate with engineering teams to develop bespoke solutions for customers.
Maintain accurate sales pipeline information within the CRM system.
Monitor market trends and provide feedback on industry activity and opportunities.
Contribute to the overall business development strategy and growth plans.

The Business Development Manager will have:

Proven experience in technical sales or business development within an engineering environment.
Experience selling engineering solutions, automation systems, or technical manufacturing services.
Exposure to sectors such as: Rail, Defence, Aerospace.
Strong ability to develop relationships, negotiate and close deals.
Experience managing project-based or bespoke solution sales.
Commercially minded with strong communication and presentation skills.
Degree in engineering, business, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).

We are looking for a dynamic, results-driven professional with strong technical and commercial skills. If you have the experience and ambition to succeed, we'd love to hear from you. Apply online and we will be in touch shortly!

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