Senior Manager Sales Business Development

Our client is rapidly emerging as a significant force in the Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) sector, partnering with prestigious international OEMs and delivering tangible technical, operational, and commercial benefits. To support their continued expansion and strengthen their presence across Europe, we are recruiting an exceptional Senior Business Development Manager / Director – Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS), located in the UK or Ireland, to drive OEM engagement and capture new business opportunities within a highly targeted client base.

Base Pay Range

Direct message the job poster from Redline Group – Specialist Recruitment for Technology & Electronics Companies to discuss the actual pay based on your skills and experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, engage, and secure new business opportunities across the UK or mainland Europe within the EMS/CEM space.
• Build and manage a strong pipeline of qualified leads to ensure consistent sales performance.
• Develop and implement strategic sales initiatives aligned with the company’s ambitious growth plans.
• Maintain ownership of client relationships, ensuring successful handovers to Program Management post-award.
• Represent the organisation at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities.
• Oversee local and digital marketing initiatives to increase market visibility and penetration.
• Track and report on sales activities, client progress, and forecasted revenue.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• A confident, entrepreneurial, and self‑driven business development professional.
• Proven experience in selling Electronic Manufacturing Services to international OEMs.
• Demonstrable success in driving sales across PCBA, Wire Harness, and Box Build solutions.
• Experience with the UK or Ireland and ideally international sales in the EMEA region.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills, with a proactive approach to client engagement.
• Ability to work independently in a remote role, while being well‑supported by a dedicated and experienced internal team.
• Experience in leading or mentoring a sales team is a plus.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in EMS/Contract Electronics Manufacturing Sales (CEM) or related electronic manufacturing industries, selling to European or UK OEMs.
• Strong understanding of the electronics manufacturing lifecycle and industry trends.
• Willingness to travel across Europe and internationally as needed.

What’s On Offer

• A high‑visibility, high‑impact role within a growing global organisation.
• Competitive compensation and performance‑based incentives.
• Significant scope for career development, supported by the company’s ongoing organic and acquisitive growth strategy.

Contact

To explore this opportunity in complete confidence, please contact our retained advisor: Adam Walker on +44 1582 878802 or AWalker@RedlineGroup.Com quoting 749/3.