Business Development Manager-Contract Electronics Manufacturing (CEM)

Job description

Job Title: Business Development Manager – CEM (Contract Electronics Manufacturing)

Location: On-site (UK) with regular travel to client sites

Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 basic + bonus + benefits

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for a Business Development Manager to join a well-established and growing Contract Electronics Manufacturer (CEM) provider. This is a key commercial role focused on driving new business growth, developing strategic client relationships, and expanding market presence across the UK.

You’ll be working in a technically led environment, engaging with OEMs and engineering teams to deliver tailored manufacturing solutions across PCB assembly and full turnkey services.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, target, and win new business opportunities within the CEM?EMS sector
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue growth targets
• Build and maintain strong relationships with OEMs, procurement teams, and technical stakeholders
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting through to contract negotiation and closure
• Collaborate with internal engineering and operations teams to deliver customer-focused solutions
• Attend client meetings, industry events, and exhibitions across the UK
• Maintain accurate pipeline reporting and forecasting

Requirements

• Proven experience in a Business Development / Sales role within the EMS/CEM industry (essential)
• Strong understanding of electronics manufacturing processes and supply chains
• Experience working with PCB assembly (PCBA) is highly desirable
• Demonstrated success in winning new business and growing key accounts
• Commercially astute with strong negotiation and closing skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

What’s on Offer

• Competitive base salary of £50,000 – £55,000
• Uncapped bonus structure linked to performance
• Opportunity to join a growing, reputable EMS provider
• Autonomy to shape and grow your territory
• Long-term career progression within a dynamic business

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Central Bedfordshire

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-05-2026

Profession type

Sales

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English