Business Development Manager

Connect Group -
Ieper

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België

Full time

Are you ready to make a real commercial impact in a technical, international environment?

At Connect Group, we are looking for a driven Business Development Manager who will play a key role in expanding our business and customer relationships across six strategic markets:

Industry
Infrastructure
Automotive & Off-Road
Railway
Healthcare
Defense & Avionics

You’ll join a dynamic, fast-growing international company active in two core activities:
Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) and Cable & Wiring Services (CWS).

Within our hands-on and approachable company culture, you’ll enjoy the freedom to shape your commercial responsibilities, develop long-term customer relationships, and help drive our business forward.

Key Responsibilities

As a Business Development Manager, you will:

Identify, pursue, and acquire new customers and business opportunities through acquisition, networking, trade fairs, and lead generation.
Build strong, lasting relationships with new and existing customers.
Develop and implement strategic acquisition plans, commercial agendas, and budgets.
Conduct market research and competitor analysis to generate qualified leads and anticipate market trends.
Promote our services by translating customer needs into tailored proposals aligned with Connect Group’s core competencies.
Independently negotiate and close commercial contracts, ensuring alignment with internal guidelines.
Coordinate project handover and implementation via the Customer Relations Manager (CRM).
Maintain accurate customer data and reporting in our CRM system.
Collaborate closely with the Business Unit Manager and internal teams on commercial priorities.
Travel for client visits and international trade shows (approx. 20% of your time).

Your Profile

Proven experience as a Business Development Manager, preferably within the EMS and/or CWS sector.
Strong B2B commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
Strategic thinker with analytical insight and a performance-driven mindset.
Fluent in Dutch and English (French is a plus).
Strong sense of ownership and customer focus.
Willing to travel up to 20% for customer meetings and fairs.
Valid Category B driver’s license.
Experience with subcontracting is considered a strong asset.

Core Competencies

Result- and action-oriented mindset with a high work rate.
Strong commercial drive and the ability to close deals independently.
Entrepreneurial spirit: identify market opportunities and dare to act on them.
Persuasive communicator with excellent interpersonal and networking skills.
Able to empathize with clients and build lasting trust-based relationships.
Adaptive, flexible, and resilient in the face of changing circumstances.
Curious, creative, and initiative-taking.

What We Offer

Intensive onboarding and coaching for your success.
Competitive salary package including:
- Company car with European fuel card
- Pension plan
- Hospitalisation insurance
Hybrid working model: office, home or on the road – depending on the task.
Broad commercial responsibilities with room for autonomy and impact.
Career growth opportunities in a fast-growing international company.
Open and collaborative team culture with accessible leadership.

Ready to make a difference?
Join Connect Group and help shape the future of technology-driven manufacturing in Europe.

Apply now and take the next step in your commercial career.

Sylvie Makengo

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+32 471610500

Katleen Vandenborre

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