Business Development Manager

Mergon Group

Business Development Manager responsible for growing business in automotive, industrial, and healthcare sectors. Engaging with clients and utilizing plastic technologies for a sustainable future.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeBlackburn • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Business Development within the plastic and blow molding industry, focusing on market research, customer relationship management, and sales strategy development. Proficient in negotiating contracts and ensuring customer satisfaction while achieving sales targets.

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Business Development ManagementPlastic TechnologiesISO 16949ISO 13485Sales Target Achievement

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Hard Skills

Market ResearchSales Strategy DevelopmentData AnalysisLead ConversionContract Negotiation

Soft Skills

CommunicationNegotiationInterpersonal SkillsCollaborationResults-Oriented

Industry Keywords

Automotive MarketIndustrial MarketHealthcare MarketQuality SystemsBusiness-to-Business Relationships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct market research to identify potential clients, industry trends, and the competitive landscape.
Analyze market data to develop effective business strategies.
Identify and target prospective customers within the automotive, industrial and healthcare market.
Build and maintain a strong pipeline of potential customers.
Develop sustained business-to-business relationships by proactively pursuing leads.
Understand customer needs and work with technical services team to propose customized solutions.
Ensure customer satisfaction and drive a customer focused culture.
Develop sales plans aligned with the company’s growth and financial objectives.
Convert leads into revenue-generating accounts.
Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts with customers.
Provide regular reports on sales performance, market trends, and business development activities and forecast future revenue growth.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering or a related field or other relevant education/training
Proven experience as a Business Development Manager in the plastic or blow molding industry.
Strong understanding of plastic technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes.
Working knowledge of Quality systems including ISO 16949, ISO 13485 & /or ISO 15378
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Results-oriented with a track record of achieving sales targets.
Ability to work collaboratively within a team and build relationships based on trust.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Salary
34 days holidays including public holidays
Company car or car allowance
Health Insurance for you and your family
Flexible Working Options
Career Growth
Training and Development Opportunities
Wellness Programme & Employee Assistance Programme