Business Development Manager

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Business Development

THEON develops and manufactures cutting-edge Night Vision, Thermal Imaging and Electro-Optical ISR systems for Military and Security applications in Europe with a global footprint. THEON began operations in 1997 in Greece, and today occupies a leading role in the sector thanks to its international presence, with offices in Greece, Cyprus, the United States, the United Arab Emirates, Switzerland and Singapore, as well as three production sites in Athens, Wetzlar (Germany) and Plymouth (USA), employing more than 300 people globally. Through this network of companies, offices and facilities worldwide, THEON has more than 150,000 systems in service with the armed forces and special forces of 68 countries, including 24 NATO countries. THEON INTERNATIONAL PLC the parent company of the group has recently been listed in the EURONEXT stock market, allowing THEON to accelerate its growth and future business development further.

The right candidate will be fully responsible for the company’s business development with full accountability for the growth of the company’s business in the assigned sales area. Training will take place in Greece.

Responsibilities:

Demostrating excellent executive-selling skills, the candidate will be responsible for the complete business development and sales process: research markets, identify potential partners, develop and find concrete business opportunities, build strong customer relationships at all levels and successfully close contracts.

 

Qualifications:

  • University degree in Engineering or Science. An MBA or Commercial/ Finance degree will be considered a strong asset.
  • A minimum of 5 years sales experience in a similar position, preferably in the defense or high technology sector with mandatory international market exposure.
  • Excellent command of the English language is a must. Knowledge of a second language is considered a great advantage.
  • Excellent communication, cooperation and presentation skills.
  • Availability for international travelling
  • A clear determination to win business, ability to think “outside the box” and an entrepreneurial approach are a prerequisite for the position
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