SMI Interconnect is a UK-based manufacturer of high-quality wiring looms, cable harnesses and electrical assemblies. We deliver reliable interconnect solutions across a range of industries, from industrial systems to higher-reliability environments.
We combine fast lead times, competitive pricing and proven manufacturing capability, delivering a responsive and dependable solution for the Marine, Land & Defence, Aerospace, Energy, Communications, and Industrial & Manufacturing sectors.
Due to our proven capabilities, SMI Interconnect is expanding – we are looking for a Business Development Manager to join our small, yet dynamic, and very welcoming team.
Responsibilities:
Joining us as a Business Development Manager will see you taking SMI Interconnect’s specialist manufacturer expertise to a broad range of industries seeking high-quality, cost-effective interconnect solutions.
You will develop and grow relationships with customers, demonstrating our ability to adapt to different technical requirements. You’ll be alert to the development of new markets and customer opportunities and will participate in the development and determination of strategy for each market sector.
The role is based within the UK and remote, with travel to customers across the UK and occasional travel to our head office in Hampshire.
In particular responsibilities will include:
- Generating new leads in existing and new markets.
- Visiting clients and potential clients to evaluate needs or promote products and services.
- Meeting or exceeding sales goals.
- Be the primary point of contact and build long-term relationships with key accounts & customer stakeholders
- Responsible for keeping current clients satisfied and delivering exceptional client service on a day-to-day basis, including the timely and successful delivery of projects
- Negotiating contracts
- Preparing weekly and monthly reports, forecasts and key account metrics.
- Understanding and promoting company programs.
- Preparing and submitting technical proposals and commercial quotations.
- Maintaining client records.
- Identify technical solutions for customer applications
- Attending conferences, meetings, and industry events and coordinating sales efforts with marketing campaigns.
- Enhance SMI’s reputation by accepting ownership for new & different requests;
About You:
- Proven track record in seeking opportunities and delivering client focused solutions.
- Experienced in identifying prospects and developing relationships with key decision-makers.
- Ability to manage complex sales cycles with a commitment to excellent customer service
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Keen attention to detail.
- Superb interpersonal skills, including the ability to quickly build rapport with both customers and suppliers.
- Demonstrated ability present and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organization, including executive and C-level
- Ideally you will have experience with products and sectors that utilise cable wiring solutions such as within defence, medical, industrial sectors.
- Experience in delivering client-focused solutions based on customer needs Excellent listening skills
- Self-motivated and able to thrive in a results-driven environment
- Natural relationship builder with integrity, reliability and maturity
- IT Competency including Word, Excel, Outlook and ideally versed in media outlets i.e. LinkedIn.
- Able to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment offering support as and when required.
- Critical thinking skills to solve problems and technical challenges
- In-depth knowledge of SMI’s industry and its current events
- Excellent time management & organization. Ability to handle pressure, prioritize & triaging obligations
- Proven account management or other relevant experience
- Demonstrates the values: Agile, Energetic, Collaborative & Ethical
If this sounds like the opportunity you’re looking for, please send your CV and covering letter outlining what you could bring to the role. Visit us at:
https://smiinterconnect.com/vacancies
https://smiinterconnect.com/business-development-manager
Please be aware that this role will be subject to obtaining security clearance. This means that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation.
Due to the volume of applications we receive, we sometimes close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for this role.
Application deadline: September 2026 No Agencies
£55,000 basic salary plus a performance-related bonus of up to £20,000 per annum (OTE £75,000)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £55,000.00-£75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexitime
- Life insurance
- Work from home
Work Location: On the road
