Business Development Manager – Materials & Industrial Services
3 days ago
Cerdanyola del Vallès
We are Applus+ Laboratories , the division of the Applus+ Group that provides testing, certification, and product development engineering services. Within the Materials and Mechanics area, we assess the properties of a wide range of materials, components, and structures for industries such as aerospace, automotive, railway, and wind energy, among others. Our experts support clients in the development of their products and in ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations. We are currently expanding and are looking for a Business Development Manager to join our team on a permanent basis. • Manage and develop strategic customer accounts across the Automotive, Aerospace, Railway, Renewable Energy, and Industrial sectors., • Identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities related to testing, validation, and certification services., • Prepare and deliver technical-commercial proposals aligned with OEM requirements and international standards., • Lead the full consultative sales cycle, from opportunity identification and qualification through contract negotiation and project award., • Collaborate closely with engineering and laboratory teams to define testing scopes and deliver tailored technical solutions., • Manage customer relationships and commercial performance through pipeline management, forecasting, KPI monitoring, and representation of the company at industry events, trade shows, and networking activities., • Degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field, • 3+ years of experience in technical sales, business development, or application engineering within industrial or laboratory environments, • Experience working with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and highly regulated industries, • Solid understanding of materials testing, validation processes, certification schemes, or industrial qualification programs, • Fluent in English (at least B2) and Spanish, • Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, • Permanent contract, • Full-time position (with flexible start and finish times)., • 23 days of annual leave plus 3 additional personal days., • Flexible compensation plan (private health insurance, transportation, childcare, meal vouchers)., • On-site parking for employees., • Green spaces on campus and wellness initiatives such as yoga classes, among other activities., • Subsidized cafeteria. Would you like to take part in highly complex technical projects? Join our team! Applus+ Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all candidates fairly based on their skills, achievements, and experience, regardless of race, nationality, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr
