Business Development Director - Industrial Sector (Europe) - Remote

About us At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. By embracing an innovative culture of excellence, we pride ourselves on designing, manufacturing and servicing some of the world’s most transformative products. From life-saving medical technology and mission-critical defense solutions to sophisticated industrial automation, we’re proud to partner with our customers to bring their complex ideas to market. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision. Living Our Values With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. Our values unite and guide us in everything that we do. Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success. As part of our team, you’ll do impactful work within an inclusive environment where everyone works together to achieve extraordinary outcomes. You’ll be empowered to reach your full potential through managing your own personalised development plan and access to our learning and development programs. Location: This role can be based remotely withing the European Union. Plexus is seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Business Development Director to join our talented team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for identifying and securing new revenue streams within the European Industrial sector, driving significant growth for Plexus. In this exciting role, you will: Hunt and Conquer: Identify and pursue high-value target accounts, leveraging your deep industry knowledge and strategic selling expertise to build compelling value propositions. Build Strategic Partnerships: Cultivate strong relationships with key decision-makers at all levels, from C-suite executives to engineers, fostering long-term partnerships and customer loyalty. Lead with Innovation: Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, marketing) to develop and deliver innovative EMS solutions that address the unique challenges and opportunities within our target sectors. Drive Market Growth: Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, competitive landscapes, and new business opportunities within the European EMS market. Represent Plexus with Distinction: Act as a true ambassador for Plexus, showcasing our expertise in electronics manufacturing and our commitment to customer success. What you'll bring to the table: Proven track record: Successful business development experience within the Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) industry in Europe. Deep industry knowledge: A strong understanding of EMS processes, technologies, and market dynamics, specifically within the Industrial sector. Strategic mindset: Excellent strategic planning, problem-solving, and negotiation skills. Hunter mentality: A proactive and results-driven approach with a passion for exceeding targets. Relationship builder: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships. Collaborative spirit: A team player with a strong work ethic and a willingness to contribute to the overall success of the organization. Your Rewards and Wellbeing We believe in rewarding your contribution with a comprehensive package designed to support your life both inside and outside of work. Growth: Bespoke development plans and volunteer time off Health: Private medical insurance, Employee Assistance Program and vision care Wealth: Enhanced pension contributions, life assurance, and group income protection Lifestyle: Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work schemes, plus 33 days of annual leave Application Process At Plexus, we don't look for culture fit, we look for culture add. We value the unique perspectives you bring and review every candidate holistically, balancing professional experience, education and individual journey. Accessibility and Accommodations As a Disability Confident employer, we recruit purely on the basis of skills and merit, ensuring an equitable process for everyone. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you require support during the application process, please contact us at [email protected] with your contact information and a description of your needs. Note: This inbox is dedicated to accommodation requests; please note that application status updates cannot be provided via this address.