Business Development Manager
Redditch, GB
Where do people love what they do, and being great at what they do?
At Swisslog, that’s where! Our teams are the heart of a world-leading Robotics company that’s harnessing the power of technology to shape the future of intralogistics. The result? We’re transforming performance and efficiency for customers across the globe, giving them the vital edge in their markets.
Make an impact
We are currently seeking a Business Development Manager for the UK. Our head offce is based in Redditch this role can be remote with travel to the customer and the office when required.
- The position holder is responsible for developing new opportunities and for selling solutions for a specific product – market combinations.
- Once the lead has been identified, the Business Development Manager works together with the Head of Sales in order to qualify opportunities.
- Contact, Influence and convince customers and actively build long term relationships
- Able to judge whether leads fit with customer profile that is ideal for Swisslog to serve by effectively analyzing existing and potential customers needs
- Initiate market research and competitor analysis
- Maintain and grow your network within the material handling and logistics industry
- Promote Swisslog's capabilities to secure sales opportunities
- Prepare and hold professional presentations using PowerPoint
What you need to succeed
- Proven track record in business development in the logistics / intralogistics business environment
- Experience of business development and strong network within supply chain / intralogistics
- Understanding industry specific business processes, drivers and issues to be addressed during the sales cycle
- Excellent communication skills and professional approach
- Strong focus on customer needs and customer satisfaction
- Able to establish effective working relationships with existing and potential customers
- Able to travel throughout the UK as necessary
- Professional presentation skills
- Ideally degree educated
Our promise to you
Swisslog is a world of opportunity for people who can deliver a game changing mission: driving the future of intralogistics, by shaping an era of robotic and data-driven automated solutions that create exceptional customer value.
Join us on this journey and you’ll be part of a global enterprise that’s proud of its Swiss roots - and hugely excited by the worldwide opportunities open to everyone in the Swisslog family. So come and realize your potential, in a team that’s united by passion and driven by the OneSwisslog team spirit.
About Swisslog
Swisslog is shaping the future of intralogistics. As part of the KUKA Group, we work on the latest technologies that are reimagining the world of logistics. We’re a team of 3,000+ experts from 50 countries, serving some of the world's largest and most exciting brands. Together, we’re implementing smart and innovative approaches - including flexible robot-based and data-driven automation solutions that are transforming the supply chain. So join our team and share your unique perspective.
Join the journey!
If you think a career with Swisslog could be what you are looking for, we´d love to hear from you.
We´re looking forward to receiving your application!