Our client, a leading provider of thermal imaging, night vision, and augmented reality products in the defence sector, is currently seeking a Business Development Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. This role is based within the defence, security, and government markets and presents an exciting opportunity for someone with a military background.

Experience in defence procurement is desirable along with an understanding of proposal/contract management and customer relationship management within the military and government sectors.

The successful candidate will be responsible for building, managing, and growing relationships with key European military and government agencies, identifying new business opportunities, and delivering strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets.

The role will involve frequent travel within the UK and Europe, with flexibility around working from home and occasional working from their Head Office.

Key Responsibilities:

Building, managing, and growing relationships with key European military and government agencies
Identifying new business opportunities within the defence sector
Delivering strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets
Managing proposals and contracts in alignment with defence procurement processes
Ensuring excellent customer relationship management
Frequent travel within the UK and Europe to meet with clients and stakeholders
Flexibility to work from home with occasional visits to the Head Office in Waterbeach, Cambridge

Job Requirements:

Experience in sales, particularly within the defence sector
Military background, with an understanding of the needs and operations of military and government agencies
Desirable experience in defence procurement
Understanding of proposal and contract management
Strong customer relationship management skills
Willingness to travel frequently within the UK and Europe

Benefits:

Permanent position with a leading provider in the defence sector
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge thermal imaging and night vision technology
Flexibility around working from home
Dynamic and supportive work environment
If you are an experienced Business Development Manager with a military background looking for a new opportunity to further your career within the defence sector, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's team