Business Development Manager (m/w/d) Steckverbinder für Transport & Industrie – EMEA

Join ITT Cannon as a Business Development Manager (m/w/d) Steckverbinder für Transport & Industrie – EMEA .

ITT Cannon is an international market leader in high‑quality connectors, delivering technical excellence and miniaturization across a diverse portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities in transportation and industrial markets (e.g., rail, heavy‑duty vehicles, energy).
• Act as the regional interface for market and industry trends in the EMEA region.
• Lead the creation of new business fields, product ideas and design‑in projects—either directly with strategic customers or in close collaboration with sales and partners.
• Build and actively maintain sustainable relationships with strategic customers and key industry stakeholders.
• Collaborate with product management, sales, field‑application engineers and product development to advance growth initiatives.
• Present our products and technologies to existing and prospective customers.
• Identify opportunities to expand the product portfolio and incorporate structured customer feedback and market and competitive analyses.
• Coordinate the execution of new product developments and technologies; manage programs for strategic growth projects.
• Drive the Sales Opportunity Management process, leveraging the CRM system and associated reporting tools.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or a related field.
• Several years of experience in business development, sales or product management, preferably in the connector industry.
• Familiarity with design, specification and procurement processes in the connector industry.
• Proven track record of successful new‑customer acquisition.
• Strong technical understanding with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly.
• Self‑organised, communicative personality with initiative, teamwork and leadership skills.
• Ability to stay focused and organised in complex projects while maintaining a customer‑centric approach.
• Willingness to travel at least 50 % of working time within the EMEA region.
• Excellent German and English language skills; additional languages are an advantage.

We offer

A challenging role in a dynamic, mid‑size company with a supportive culture, flat hierarchies, flexible working times and opportunities for personal development. We foster teamwork through sporting activities and excursions outside of work.

Important note

Please be advised that a valid work permit for Germany is required for non‑EU citizens. Applications without a valid work permit and sufficient German language skills may not be considered.