Permanent

Business Development Manager, Photonic

Expert Employment

Redditch, Worcestershire, B97 4BG

50000 - 65000 Per Annum None

Posted: 30 September 2026 (2 weeks ago)

Closing date: 30 October 2026

Ref: 2724

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About the Role

This permanent position as Business Development Manager, Photonic, based in Redditch, suits a sales professional with photonics industry experience and a scientific background in physics, optics, or electronic engineering. The successful candidate will drive the full sales process, from prospect through to deal close, building lasting client relationships and managing key accounts. Responsibilities include identifying fresh market openings, forming strategic partnerships, and consistently hitting or surpassing revenue targets. Applicants need proven negotiation skills, sound strategic judgement, and analytical capability, alongside fluent written and spoken English. A genuine enthusiasm for optics, lasers, and light measurement technology is essential. Salary ranges from £50,000 to £65,000 per annum, depending on experience.

A growing photonics engineering company is looking for an experienced Business Development Manager with experience in photonics and a passion for optics, lasers, physics and all things related to light detection and measurement.
Requirements
Sales or business development experience and mindset, interest in hunting new clients.
Photonics industry experience.
Negotiation, strategic decision making and analytical abilities.
Excellent written and spoken English
Scientific background in physics, optics, or electronic engineering.
Responsibilities
Drive the sales process, from prospect to deal close.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
Achieve and exceed sales targets.
Identify new market opportunities and establish strategic partnerships.
Manage key accounts providing post sales support.
Collaborate with senior management on strategic planning and reporting.