Job Description

Be part of something bigger!

As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.

As a dynamic and growing company with over 19 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and € 3,7 billion in combined revenue in 2025, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!

About the role

Location Remote UK

Type Full-Time

Salary Range: £ 60 000 - £ 80 000 (negotiable based on experience) + Benefits

As Account & Business Development Manager , you’ll shape the future of power transmission in the UK and Nordics by driving strategic partnerships and turning market insights into growth.
You’ll build long‑term client relationships, position innovative solutions, and deliver measurable value for both customers and Bekaert.

About You

• Minimum 3 years experience in a business development or external sales role in power transmission, energy or similar sector.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field

• Strong commercial mindset with the ability to understand customer needs and deliver technical solutions.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

• Collaborative and relationship-driven team player.

• Willingness to travel across the UK and Nordic regions.

Key Activities and Responsibilities

• Ensure full account transparency by gathering customer and competitor intelligence data as inputs for understanding the strategic intent of the account and its key priorities and business goals.
• Map market and technology trends, identify value chains, and understand stakeholder challenges.
• Monitor Bekaert’s market share and profile main competitors, assessing their strengths and weaknesses.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to identify new product opportunities and coordinate development activities
• Develop the strategy resulting in a business plan and orchestrates the execution.
• Leverage value creation through capturing opportunities and developing deep relationships, trust and gravitas at all levels of the organization internally and externally within the account organization.
• Development and promotion of innovative products and applications to various stakeholders in the power transmission sector
• Create compelling marketing materials in collaboration with the Marketing Communication team.

What is in it for you?

• A Competitive salary with Benefits.
• Learning programs developed by our L&D department.
• A great opportunity to play your part in an international growth story.
• A chance to grow along with your responsibilities (national or international).
• Cool colleagues all over the world.

Be bold and take the leap!

We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!
At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers