Automation Business Development Manager

We're looking for an experienced Automation Business Development Manager to join our team on the NSW Central Coast. This is an opportunity to combine your commercial expertise with your understanding of automation, engineering and manufacturing to help drive growth across a diverse range of industries.
About Crossmuller
Crossmuller is an innovative, multi-disciplined engineering company specialising in manufacturing design, automation and systems integration. We design, build and deliver cutting-edge automation solutions for manufacturers, processing facilities and distribution centres across Australia.
About the Role
Reporting into the leadership team, you'll be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities while managing opportunities through the full sales cycle, from concept and scope development through to proposal and project handover.
Key responsibilities
Developing and executing strategic business development initiativesSecuring new clients across manufacturing and industrial sectorsGrowing opportunities with existing customersBuilding strong relationships with clients and key stakeholdersIdentifying operational improvement opportunities through client consultationDeveloping solution concepts and assessing technical and commercial feasibilityPreparing scopes of work, budgets and project quotationsSupporting marketing activities, including website and social media initiatives
About You
You will be commercially driven, technically capable and confident building long-term client relationships. To be successful, you will have:
Proven success in a Business Development Manager or similar roleStrong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skillsAn understanding of automation solutions, including mechanical, electrical and control systemsExposure to robotics and advanced automation technologies (highly regarded)Experience interpreting or developing 2D and 3D layouts using CAD softwareExcellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills
Why Join Crossmuller?
Work for a growing Australian-owned engineering businessBe part of exciting automation and manufacturing projectsOpportunity to influence business growth and strategyCentral Coast location with flexibility to engage clients across NSWCollaborative team and supportive culture
If you're passionate about automation, enjoy building client relationships and want to play a key role in the growth of a leading engineering business, we'd love to hear from you.