Business Development Manager

LUSÁGUA part of the SAUR Group is a leading player in the urban water cycle sector. With a strong legacy and international expertise we deliver innovative products processes and solutions that drive efficiency sustainability and long-term value.

We are currently strengthening our commercial presence in Portugal and are looking for an energetic results-driven Business Development / Sales Manager to support growth across municipal industrial and service markets.

Were Hiring: Business Development / Sales Manager

Location: Lisbon (with regular travel across Portugal)

Your Mission:

Drive business growth by identifying opportunities building strong client relationships and delivering high-value solutions in the water and environmental services sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in water wastewater industrial services and technical solutions

• Promote the service portfolio of SAUR and Aquapor including O&M contracts technical assistance and optimisation solutions

• Analyse market trends customer needs and potential strategic partnerships

• Manage and maintain a robust sales pipeline forecasts and activity reports

• Lead account reviews working closely with operational and technical teams to assess performance and identify growth opportunities

• Prepare and present structured competitive proposals aligned with client expectations

• Deliver compelling client presentations focused on value efficiency compliance and sustainability

• Participate in internal business development meetings and contribute insights on market dynamics.

Your Profile:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Environmental Sciences Management Business or related field.

• 3 years experience in sales or business development roles.

• Strong understanding of sales processes and value-based/solution selling.

• Experience in water wastewater environmental services utilities industrial services or infrastructure sectors.

• Technical knowledge in areas such as water/wastewater treatment pumping systems filtration reverse osmosis reuse or sludge treatment is a plus.

• Customer-oriented mindset with a focus on long-term partnerships.

• Strong communication and presentation skills.

• Fluent in Portuguese and good command of English.

• Willingness to travel within Portugal.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to join a renowned multinational group.

• Competitive salary package based on experience.

• Permanent contract.

• Health insurance meal allowance and company car.

• Hybrid working model.

If youre ready to make an impact in sales world apply now or get in touch to learn more!

SAUR is a company committed to diversity and equal this way the selection process ensures that all candidates have an equal opportunity to apply without distinction as to race colour religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.