European Business Development Manager – Aerospace & Advanced Materials Location: Fully Remote (UK) | European Travel Salary: Excellent Salary + Bonus + Benefits SJ Executive are exclusively partnering with a globally successful engineering organisation with a rich heritage supplying high-performance polymer and advanced material solutions into aerospace and defence markets. Due to continued European growth, our client is seeking a European Business Development Manager to drive new business and strategic revenue expansion. The role manages an established revenue stream with a clear objective to significantly grow the business over the next 2–3 years. Key Responsibilities * Develop and execute a European B2B sales strategy aligned with growth objectives * Identify and secure new customers across aerospace, defence and advanced materials markets * Build and manage a strong pipeline of new business opportunities * Convert RFQs into long-term customer contracts * Analyse market trends, customer requirements and competitor activity across Europe * Implement value-based selling strategies to maximise profitability * Negotiate commercial agreements with key customers and partners * Work closely with engineering, production and marketing teams to deliver tailored solutions * Represent the organisation at industry events, exhibitions and trade shows Candidate Requirements * Proven B2B business development experience within aerospace, defence, polymers or advanced materials sectors * Background selling polymer technologies, engineered materials, sealing solutions, composites or similar technical products * Strong technical aptitude with the ability to understand engineering drawings and complex solutions * Demonstrated success winning new business in competitive markets * Excellent negotiation, communication and relationship-building skills Key Attributes * Highly results-driven and commercially focused * Resilient and comfortable operating in competitive markets * Strong stakeholder management and networking ability * Able to balance long-term strategy with immediate sales delivery This is a career-defining opportunity to join a globally respected organisation and play a key role in shaping their European growth strategy across aerospace, defence and advanced materials sectors. For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact SJ Executive