Business Development Manager

Location: Remote working with regular travel to Bridgnorth, across the UK and Europe required

Salary: £65,000 - £85,000 OTE. Dependent on experience

Grainger & Worrall specialises in producing complex cast and precision‑machined solutions for pioneering technologies across diverse industries, including automotive, aerospace, defence, motor sport, and more. We are recognised for engineering excellence and breakthrough innovation, recently receiving The King’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation. Our team pushes boundaries to deliver future‑technological components and decarbonise mobility.

As Business Development Manager you will drive Grainger & Worrall’s growth strategy by identifying and securing new business opportunities, expanding market presence, and fostering strategic partnerships. You will collaborate with the Business Development Directors and other key stakeholders to develop long‑term client relationships and align with company objectives.

• Establish, implement and evolve business development strategies to achieve order intake targets.
• Monitor industry trends, market dynamics and competitor activities to identify opportunities and obstacles.
• Create and maintain a solid pipeline of potential opportunities to develop new orders, partnerships and revenue streams.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with customers, partners and industry peers.
• Guide negotiations, secure contracts and ensure successful onboarding of new customers or partners.
• Oversee and guide the wider business winning team, providing mentorship, training and performance management.
• Collaborate with delivery, engineering, finance, supplier management and other teams to ensure a coordinated approach to business winning and market penetration.

• Proven track record in business development and sales within aerospace, automotive, defence or another highly regulated industry sector, ideally with experience working for Tier 1 or Tier 2 suppliers.
• Track record of driving significant order book growth and closing high‑value and/or complex deals.
• Strong influence, negotiation skills and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Strategic thinking and ability to solve complex problems.
• Proficiency in CRM tools and data analysis.
• High level of flexibility to travel across the UK and Europe and be on‑site in Bridgnorth, Shropshire.

We provide a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your skills and further your career. We will work with you to develop a personal professional development plan tailored to your goals and ambitions.

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with the option to purchase more holiday days after your first year.
• Westfield Health Insurance.
• Gym membership.
• Company pension.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Family Ironbridge Pass.

Grainger & Worrall is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. Joining our team means being part of a culture that values positivity, adaptability and teamwork. We support applicants with disabilities and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.