Business Development Manager

Contek Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Business Development Manager for a precision engineering client. The company is located in Scotland, however the role would be covering the whole of the UK, mainly England. ABOUT THE COMPANY Our client are a Scotland-based specialist precision engineering and subcontract machining company with decades of experience delivering high-quality manufacturing solutions across multiple advanced industries. Established in 1996, the company was founded with a clear focus on providing fast, efficient, and reliable machining services to customers requiring technically demanding engineered components and bespoke manufacturing support. The company specialises in high-precision CNC machining, multi-axis machining, CNC milling, CNC turning, conventional machining, fabrication, prototyping, re-engineering, and special-purpose design solutions. Their technical capabilities allow them to manufacture complex components across a wide variety of materials, including stainless steel, titanium, aluminium, tool steel, brass, bronze, copper, carbon steel, plastics, and other exotic high-temperature alloys The company supports a diverse client portfolio across industries such as: - Ministry of Defence (M.O.D.) - Oil & Gas - AerospaceMedical - Optical - Food & Drink - Semiconductor - Electronics - Solar / Photovoltaic Manufacturing A major differentiator for them is its longstanding role as a Tier 1 Supplier to the UK Ministry of Defence, demonstrating its ability to consistently meet strict compliance, quality, and performance standards required for highly demanding operational environments. The company is also ISO 9001 certified, reflecting its commitment to rigorous quality management systems, continuous improvement, and dependable delivery. Within the semiconductor and solar industries, they have developed particular expertise in manufacturing and supplying slicing solutions for photovoltaic and semiconductor applications, including polyurethane pulleys, wire guide products, re-grooving services, cleanroom equipment, and specialised handling machinery. Its engineering solutions have helped customers reduce consumable expenditure while improving operational efficiency and production yields. Since its inception, our client have maintained a philosophy of reinvesting in advanced machinery, manufacturing technology, and workforce development to remain competitive in high-specification engineering markets. The company positions itself as a long-term engineering partner focused not only on fast turnaround times, but also on building durable customer relationships through technical expertise, quality, and service reliability. Today, they continue to serve customers worldwide as a specialist provider of precision-engineered components, subcontract machining services, and custom manufacturing solutions for mission-critical industries. JOB DESCRIPTION JOB ROLE: Business Development Manager JOB TYPE: Full-time, permanent. ROLE LOCATION: Hybrid/Remote – Flexible COVERAGE: United Kingdom WORKING HOURS: 38 hours per week – Monday to Friday SALARY/PAY: Around £50,000 per year (Flexible - Dependent on Experience) DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES * Identify and develop new business opportunities within precision engineering and subcontract machining markets. * Generate leads through networking, cold outreach, exhibitions, and customer visits. * Build and maintain strong customer relationships. * Manage sales activities from enquiry to order placement. * Review customer drawings and technical specifications. * Collaborate with engineering and production teams to confirm feasibility and costings. * Prepare and present quotations and proposals. * Act as the primary technical-commercial contact during pre-sales. * Maintain CRM records and sales forecasts. PERSON REQUIREMENTS * Experience in sales or business development within subcontract machining or precision manufacturing. * Strong understanding of CNC machining processes and materials. * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. * Strong communication and negotiation skills. * Willingness to travel for customer meetings. * Engineering qualification (HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent experience) (Desirable) * Experience in regulated quality environments (ISO 9001 / AS9100) (Desirable) * Experience with CRM systems (Desirable) PACKAGE * Base salary of around £50k per year – Flexible for the right person. * Commission structure (To be discussed at interview stage). * Company vehicle. * Company mobile phone. * Company laptop or tablet