Business Development & Sales Manager (Smart Factory Solutions Sales)

LG Electronics is a global technology company developing innovative solutions across multiple industries. The company seeks a Business Development & Sales Manager to grow its Smart Factory solutions business through strategic business development, direct sales execution, customer relationship management, and partnership development across manufacturing sectors.

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
• 7+ years 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
• Master's preferred