Business Development Manager, Charcroft Electronics, Llanwrtyd Wells
Job Title: Business Development Manager
Location: Remote with regular travel to customer sites across the UK
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
About Charcroft Electronics Ltd
Charcroft Electronics Ltd is a UK-based, CECC/BS approved distributor and manufacturer of high-reliability electronic components. Our product portfolio includes passive, interconnect, power, magnetic, optoelectronic, and electromechanical components.
Certified to AS9120 and ISO9001:2015, and accredited to BS9000, IECQ-CECC and JOSCAR, we serve demanding sectors including defence, aerospace, rail, industrial, and other harsh-environment markets. With over 50 years of technical expertise, Charcroft combines deep product knowledge with personalised service.
Role Overview
We are looking for a proactive and ambitious Business Development Manager to drive growth by identifying, developing, and closing new business opportunities across the UK. You will act as the face of Charcroft to new and prospective customers, promoting our product range, technical services, and long-standing reputation for reliability and quality.
This role is ideal for a self-motivated individual with a solid background in B2B technical sales and an understanding of electronic components or the supply chain needs of high-reliability sectors.
Key Responsibilities
• New Business Acquisition: Identify and develop new customer relationships, including OEMs, CEMs, and Tier 1 contractors.
• Market Expansion: Research and target new market sectors or applications for Charcroft’s distribution and manufacturing capabilities.
• Lead Generation: Proactively generate and qualify leads through cold outreach, networking, and attendance at industry events.
• Customer Engagement: Arrange and attend customer visits, product presentations, and technical discussions.
• Sales Pipeline Management: Maintain and update internal systems to track progress, manage opportunities, and forecast accurately.
• Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, internal sales, and engineering teams to deliver tailored solutions.
• Reporting: Provide regular activity updates, KPIs, and sales reports to the senior management team.
Candidate Profile
Essential:
• Proven success in B2B business development or technical sales (preferably electronics or high-reliability industries).
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage both technical and commercial stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage a regional sales territory.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to negotiate and close complex deals.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel, including visits to Llanwrtyd Wells HQ.
Essential:
• Knowledge of passive, power, or electromechanical components.
• Experience selling into defence, aerospace, rail or industrial sectors.
• Background in electronics, electrical engineering, or a related technical field.
Why Join Charcroft?
• Join a respected, UK-based company with over 50 years of industry experience.
• Be part of a supportive, knowledgeable team that values integrity, service, and long-term customer relationships.
• Work with market-leading suppliers and blue-chip customers.
• Flexible working with regular contact at our HQ in scenic Mid Wales.
• Competitive base salary, performance-based commission, pension, and benefits.
Please send your CV to Vicky Mellor at vicky.mellor@charcroft.com
