Head of Business Development (m/f/d)
Core
Lead international growth initiatives and build trusted partnerships for autonomous defense technology systems across global markets.
Role type
Senior leadership business development head (defense sector)
Builds
Long-term international partnerships, government tenders, and multinational defense programs
Domain
Defense technology, autonomous systems, European defense procurement
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
International business development leadership, defense procurement expertise, complex contract negotiation, multi-stakeholder relationship building, strategic market entry, capture planning, team leadership
Preferred skills
Experience with NATO-aligned initiatives, cross-border consortiums, joint ventures, extensive travel
Technologies
None
Responsibilities
Define and lead German international business development strategy, drive pipeline growth via government tenders and defense programs, shape market entry and localization strategies, build relationships with defense ministries and OEMs, lead capture planning and bid strategies, represent the company at international defense events, lead and develop an international business development team
Seniority
Senior, strategic leadership & team building