Sales Executive Business Development Manager (mfd) Defence (Cybersecurity & Uncrewed Systems)
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Sales Executive / Business Development Manager Defence to drive business development activities in the fields of Cybersecurity Uncrewed Systems (UAS/Drones) and emerging defence technologies.
- Identify develop and win new business opportunities within the defence and security sector.
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with defence customers governmental organizations procurement authorities and industrial partners.
- Expand existing customer accounts through strategic business development activities.
- Develop customer-specific sales strategies and account plans.
- Lead commercial activities from opportunity identification through contract signature.
- Coordinate complex proposals together with technical experts and operational teams.
- Act as the primary commercial interface between customers and SGS technical/business units.
- Support tenders framework agreements and public procurement processes.
- Monitor defence market developments emerging technologies and competitive activities.
- Represent SGS at defence exhibitions conferences and customer events.
Qualifications :
- Several years of successful sales or business development experience within the defence aerospace or security sector.
- Military background (e.g. former member of the German Armed Forces) experience within defence administration or public procurement or equivalent experience in the defence industry is highly desirable.
- Good understanding of defence procurement processes and customer structures.
- Knowledge of Cybersecurity Defence IT Uncrewed Systems (UAS) autonomous systems or related defence technologies.
- Strong ability to prepare and coordinate complex commercial proposals and customer offers.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a high level of self-motivation and personal accountability.
- Proven ability to work independently while managing multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent communication presentation and negotiation skills.
- Strong networking capabilities and customer-oriented mindset.
- Fluent German and professional English language skills.
Zusätzliche Informationen :
Benefits
- Flexible work schedules
- Training opportunities
- mobile working
- Public transportation subsidy
- Company bike
- Company pension plan
- Special offers for shopping gym etc.
- Diversity and inclusion as part of the culture
These benefits vary slightly by location position and business unit. We look forward to receiving your application!
Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Full-time
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