Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23000 employees operating in over 150 countries Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the worlds most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
Are you a commercially driven professional with a strong background in the water industry Do you enjoy developing strategic relationships and driving growth across the full asset lifecycle
We are looking for a Business Development Manager to grow our wastewater business with a primary focus on wastewater treatment works. The role will cover both new capital assets and aftermarket services including maintenance refurbishment and lifecycle support working closely with UK water utilities and their supply chain partners.
The Role
You will be responsible for developing and executing a regional business development strategy focused on wastewater treatment works. You will engage early in the project lifecycle influence specifications and drive sustainable growth across capital projects and recurring service revenues.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and deliver a business development strategy targeting wastewater treatment works
Identify qualify and convert opportunities for new wastewater treatment assets upgrades and retrofit solutions
Drive growth in aftermarket services including maintenance refurbishment spares and lifecycle support
Build and maintain strong relationships with water utilities consultants contractors and framework partners
Influence technical and commercial specifications through early engagement with consultants asset managers and engineering teams
Work closely with the Regional Sales Manager and internal engineering service and bid teams
Maintain a robust sales pipeline forecasting and CRM reporting
Track AMP cycles regulatory drivers and competitor activity to support strategic planning
What Were Looking For
Minimum 5 years experience in the water industry
Engineering background (mechanical electrical civil or process engineering preferred)
Proven experience in business development technical sales or account management
Strong commercial acumen with a strategic long-term mindset
Excellent communication negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Self-motivated proactive and results-oriented
Desirable
Experience working directly with wastewater treatment works
Knowledge of asset lifecycle management and maintenance services
Understanding of AMP frameworks and regulated utility procurement
Established relationships within UK water companies or their supply chain
What We Offer
Competitive salary with performance-related bonus
Company car or car allowance
Pension and benefits package
Opportunity to play a key role in growing a critical and regulated infrastructure market
If you are looking for a role that combines technical understanding strategic sales and long-term customer value we would be pleased to hear from you.
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