LG Electronics is a global leader in technology, dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. They are seeking a highly driven and results-oriented Senior Business Development & Sales Manager to accelerate the growth of their Smart Factory Solutions business, focusing on strategic business development and direct sales execution.
Responsibilities:
- Identify and qualify new business opportunities in automation, robotics, AI/IoT, MES/ERP, and digital transformation
- Develop go-to-market strategies and growth plans tailored to each target industry
- Establish long-term strategic partnerships with OEMs, system integrators, and technology providers
- Conduct market intelligence, competitor analysis, and customer needs assessment to refine value propositions
- Manage the end-to-end sales cycle: lead generation, proposal development, negotiation, contract closure, and post-sales handover
- Achieve annual revenue and margin targets through proactive pipeline management and forecasting
- Deliver tailored solution presentations, demos, and ROI-based proposals to C-level and plant-level stakeholders
- Collaborate with technical pre-sales, engineering, and R&D teams to design customer-centric solutions
- Maintain accurate sales reporting and CRM pipeline management
- Build trusted relationships with decision-makers at key accounts and drive account expansion
- Lead commercial negotiations on pricing, contract terms, and long-term service agreements
- Act as the primary point of contact for strategic customers, ensuring high customer satisfaction and repeat business
- Represent LG at trade shows, conferences, and industry consortiums to enhance visibility and lead generation
- Provide leadership updates on revenue performance, pipeline status, and strategic initiatives
- Mentor junior business development staff and contribute to building a high-performance sales culture
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
- 10+ years experience in business development and solution sales related with Smart Factory, Industrial Automation, or advanced manufacturing solutions
- Strong record of sales quota achievement and successful closing of multimillion-dollar contracts
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing automation, digital transformation, and smart factory ecosystem
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills with executive-level stakeholders
- Strategic thinker with analytical capabilities and a results-driven mindset
- Ability to work in a global, cross-functional, and fast-paced environment
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally 70% of the time
- Master's degree