Fulltime
Dayshift
Business Development Manager
Soleras Precision has recently become part of the Soleras Group. With years of experience and extensive expertise – ranging from turning and milling to EDM (electrical discharge machining) and surface grinding – we deliver high-quality precision components for a wide range of applications and industries.
What can you expect from the role?
At Soleras Precision, the role of (Junior) Business Development Manager is designed as a high-impact position with broad business responsibility and a clear growth path toward General Management. From day one, you will be entrusted with significant responsibility and play a key role in the company’s further growth and professionalization.
This position combines strategic leadership, operational management, and strong commercial ownership. You will carry end responsibility for the company’s daily operations, the implementation of strategy, and overall operational and financial performance (P&L).
There is a strong focus on external sales and market development. You will actively represent the organization in the market, build long-term customer relationships, and identify new business opportunities across the Benelux, France, and Germany. Regular travel is therefore an essential part of the role.
In addition, you will help further structure and scale the organization, implement processes, and ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
What will you do?
In this role, you will operate across multiple domains and take ownership of key business activities:
Strategy & Business Operations
- Develop and execute the company’s strategy to achieve long-term objectives
- Translate strategy into actionable plans and ensure alignment across departments
- Identify growth opportunities and drive business expansion initiatives
Commercial Leadership (Primary Focus)
- Drive external sales activities with a strong hunter mentality
- Build and expand the customer portfolio in machine building and related industries
- Strengthen market positioning and brand visibility
- Lead negotiations and manage key accounts
- Travel actively within the Benelux, France, and Germany
Operational Management
- Oversee daily operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and delivery performance
- Implement and optimize processes and organizational structures
- Ensure smooth collaboration between departments
Financial Management
- Manage budgets, cost control, and profitability
- Take ownership of the P&L
- Perform and validate cost calculations and pricing strategies
People Management (HR)
- Recruit, develop, and lead teams
- Create a performance-driven culture
- Motivate and coach employees to achieve business goals
Legal & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements
- Act as a reliable and responsible company representative
Representation
- Act as the face of the organization internally and externally
- Represent Soleras Precision with customers, partners, and stakeholders
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a driven and entrepreneurial professional with a strong commercial mindset and leadership potential:
- Approximately 7 years of relevant experience, ideally in machine building or an industrial environment
- Proven track record in a senior sales or business development role
- Strong sales-driven mindset with a true hunter profile
- Experience with cost calculations, pricing, and financial follow-up
- Demonstrated ability to structure and scale organizations
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage cross-functional teams
- Willingness to travel frequently within the Benelux, France, and Germany
- Fluent in Dutch and English (knowledge of German and/or French is a plus)
- Entrepreneurial, hands-on, and results-oriented
- Strategic thinker with strong execution capabilities
- Excellent communicator and relationship builder
- Resilient, proactive, and flexible in a dynamic environment
Why Soleras Precision?
At Soleras Precision, you contribute to building high-tech precision components that truly make a difference. We combine craftsmanship with innovation and continuously develop tailor-made solutions. Quality and precision are always at the core of everything we do.
Today, we are still a small team, but with big ambitions. Our new, spacious facility is only the beginning of the future we envision. Together, we aim to keep growing, and you can play a key role in that journey.
Moreover, you won’t be on your own: Soleras Precision is a subsidiary of Soleras. This means we combine the flexibility and team spirit of a smaller company with the support, structure, and experience of an international group. You truly get the best of both worlds: a family-like atmosphere with the backing of a strong partner.
What do we offer?
- A dynamic and international work environment where innovation and collaboration are key
- A competitive salary supplemented with an attractive package of fringe benefits
- Fun extras such as after-work activities, sports, summer barbecue, Christmas drinks, and much more
- Easily accessible location near the highway
- In addition to 20 statutory vacation days, you receive 12 extra compensation (ADV) days per year