Business Development Engineer in Southampton, Hampshire

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The Company

A leading engineering solutions provider, specialising in components and services, is looking for a Technical Field Based Business Development Engineer to cover the Oxfordshire, Hampshire, or Berkshire region.



Role Overview

The successful candidate will be responsible for growing and maintaining sales within a defined territory, while expanding the portfolio of products and services sold to both new and existing accounts. The role involves building strong relationships, increasing market penetration, and acting as a trusted technical advisor to customers.



This is a customer-facing position that requires someone commercially driven, technically minded, and capable of working independently while also contributing as part of a wider sales team.



Key Responsibilities



• Prospect for and secure new business opportunities.



• Prepare thoroughly for customer meetings with relevant samples, technical knowledge, and background research.



• Manage and develop key accounts strategically to maximise growth.



• Ensure regular and meaningful contact with customers across the territory.



• Identify customer needs and present tailored solutions.



• Achieve sales and activity targets, including journey planning and call preparation.



• Implement a robust territory plan to maximise efficiency and coverage.



• Build strong, long-term customer relationships.



• Provide detailed call reports and maintain accurate records of all customer activity.



The Candidate

Well-experienced in a sales engineering position.



Must come from a highly technical environment.



Experience selling solutions to manufacturers.



Proven track record in business development within the MoD or defence.



British citizenship is required due to contracts in sensitive industries.



Ideally holds an engineering-related qualification.



Self-motivated and confident working remotely.



Target-driven with excellent communication skills.



Full UK driving licence.



Strong relationship-building skills and commercial awareness.



Package & Benefits

Salary: £60,000 – £65,000 (depending on experience and qualifications).



Uncapped OTE.



Company car.



Ongoing technical training and development.



Private medical insurance.



Flexible working hours.



Life insurance.



Discounted gym membership

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