Business Development Manager – OEM & Advanced Manufacturing

Business Development Manager – OEM & Advanced Manufacturing Shape the future of advanced materials—develop high-value OEM projects in aerospace, defense & engineering, from design to full-scale production. Our client , Feronyl, part of the SubAlliance Group , is a recognized industrial partner specializing in advanced materials and high-precision manufacturing . Founded in 1950, Feronyl has built strong expertise in the injection of polymers, composites, and metal & ceramic alloys , supporting demanding industries with high-performance, custom-engineered solutions . Within SubAlliance, Feronyl is part of a unique “sub-contracting alliance” ecosystem combining 4 complementary industrial divisions: Injection moulding & composites Precision mechanics (turning, milling, finishing) Tool design & manufacturing Engineering & transmission systems This integrated model allows the group to act as a one-stop industrial partner , from engineering and prototyping to full-scale production . Key Highlights ~40 employees | €13M turnover (Feronyl) ISO 9001 & EN 9100 certified (aerospace-grade quality standards) Advanced capabilities: Injection molding & overmolding Thermoplastic composites Metal & Ceramic Injection Molding (MIM/CIM) Additive manufacturing & 3D printing Cleanroom ISO 7 production environment Feronyl serves a wide range of sectors including aerospace, defense, energy, medical, and high-end industrial applications , positioning itself as a trusted OEM partner for complex and high-value projects . Role Overview We are looking for a Business Development Manager OEM & Advanced Manufacturing to accelerate growth and strengthen Feronyl’s position as a strategic partner for complex industrial projects. This role is central to the company’s development and combines: New business development (~60%) Technical project sales (6–12 month cycles) Key account management You will operate at the interface between clients, engineering, and production , transforming technical needs into innovative, high-performance solutions . Key Responsibilities Business Development Identify and develop new OEM clients across target industries (aerospace, defense, energy, pharma, etc.) Leverage your network and build long-term partnerships Actively prospect and meet clients Contribute to new business target Technical Project Sales Analyze client specifications, plans, and technical constraints Co-build solutions with internal engineering teams (design, simulations, materials) Coordinate feasibility, prototyping, and industrialization phases Build tailored proposals (pricing, margins, timelines) Manage complex and long sales cycles (6–12 months) 👉 You will sell solutions , not products: From design optimization and simulation to manufacturing of advanced materials and components Key Account Management Develop and grow strategic OEM accounts Ensure customer satisfaction and long-term collaboration Identify new applications and cross-selling opportunities Internal Collaboration Work closely with: Engineering & R&D teams (multi-physics simulations, materials expertise) Production & industrial teams Sales leadership (validation process) Use CRM tools to manage pipeline and performance Your Profile Experience Proven experience in technical sales / project sales in an industrial environment Strong exposure to OEM clients and engineering-driven industries Experience with: Injection molding / tooling / composites / metals / electromechanics Or complex manufacturing environments Core Competencies Strong hunter mindset with business development focus Ability to sell custom-engineered solutions (non-catalog) Solid understanding of engineering and manufacturing processes Comfortable with long, complex sales cycles Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills Autonomous, structured, and results-driven Education Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (Engineering, Business, or equivalent) Strong technical affinity is essential Languages French: Professional Dutch: Professional English: Professional What Feronyl offers you Competitive salary package with a bonus system based on your sales performance A strategic role in a growing industrial group Exposure to cutting-edge technologies : Advanced composites Cleanroom manufacturing Metal & ceramic injection Engineering simulations & innovation Opportunity to work on high-value, international OEM projects Strong entrepreneurial and family-owned culture Working Conditions Location: Mouscron Travel: Frequent client visits (Belgium + international) Structured SME with industrial maturity and long-term vision Why Join Feronyl / Sub-Alliance? Join a high-tech industrial player combining engineering excellence and manufacturing capabilities Be part of a group capable of delivering: “From engineering to manufacturing” end-to-end solutions Work on innovative, high-performance materials and complex applications Play a key role in driving growth and shaping the future of the business Department Customer Care & Sales Locations Belgium, France Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time Employment level Sales Workers About Adaequatio Services As a registered Executive Search & Selection agency, we prioritize ethics and trust, offering exclusive services to our clients.