Business Development Manager-Aerospace & DefenceComponents

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR YOUR NEXT EXCITING CHALLENGE

If the answer is yes, then Future Electronics wants to hear from you! We are currently looking for an experienced Business Development Manager with Aerospace & Defence knowledge and sales experience to join our team here at Future, Milan.

We know our employees are what make us great, that's why we constantly develop and motivate our talent with world class organizational development in order to learn and achieve our goals together Successful applicants will gain a highly competitive salary, full training and a range of benefits.

Job Outline:

The prime responsibility of the Business Development Manager (BDM) is to drive Future’s success within Aerospace & Defence . The role requires a deep understanding of the different technologies within these sectors, acting as a subject matter expert in this space to accelerate growth.

To be commercially astute with strong negotiation skills, developing and executing on a business plan for specific technologies, suppliers and customers, including sales growth programs through demand creation is fundamental.

The ability to understand the various supplier product offerings and how to position this both technically and commercially to accelerate the adoption of the newest and best technology available to the customer base through Future will be fundamental.

What the role involves:

• Driving business development activities for Aerospace & Defence customers, aligned with Future Electronics’ strategic market focus
• Identifying, qualifying, and developing new business opportunities and customer projects in close collaboration with regional sales and technical teams
• Actively expanding strategic target accounts, ensuring structured account penetration and sustainable revenue growth
• Acting as a market and application expert in your region, providing insight into technology trends, customer needs, and competitive dynamics

Do you have?

• Several years of experience in Business Development or Sales within the electronics distribution or the dedicated environment
• A solid understanding of and proven success in the Aerospace & Defence market, including OEMs, Tier‑1 / Tier‑2 suppliers, and technology trends
• Proven success in developing new business, managing complex sales cycles, and driving design‑win activity
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage confidently at multiple organizational levels
• Fluent in English and Italian
• Willingness to travel frequently

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About Us

Founded in 1968, Future Electronics is a worldwide leader in electronic components distribution and is recognized as one of the most respected and innovative companies in the industry today. Headquartered in Montreal and operating in over 160 locations in 40 plus countries around the world, Future Electronics has earned an impressive reputation for providing outstanding service and developing efficient, comprehensive global supply chain solutions.

On April 2nd, 2024, Future Electronics joined WT Microelectronics. This complementary partnership is expected to generate strong synergies, enabling the combined company to deliver long-term, sustainable value to all stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, employees, and shareholders.

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