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Johnson Electric

Motors, actuators and motion systems manufacturer

Business Development Manager

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
€50k - €70k/yr
Mid
Bachelor's, Master's
Asti, Italy
In Person
Sales & Account ManagementBusiness Development & Partnerships

About the job

Requirements
  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
  • Ideally, at least 3 years of experience in Business Development or a similar role, preferably within the automotive industry.
  • Technical knowledge of cooling fans and brushless direct current (BLDC) motors is a strong advantage.
  • Hands-on experience with, or a strong affinity for, digital technologies, including Power BI and artificial intelligence tools.
  • Experience interacting with customers and managing request for quotation (RFQ) processes.
  • Fluency in English is required.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
  • Understand market needs and industry trends through customer engagement, market research, technology monitoring, product benchmarking, and competitor analysis.
  • Develop and implement business growth strategies to win targeted opportunities, collaborating with regional teams to adapt business models to local market requirements.
  • Drive commercial performance by monitoring revenue, profitability, and bill of materials (BOM) targets, while supporting strategy development and marketing reviews.
  • Collaborate with research and development (R&D) teams to define product roadmaps, set development targets, and drive product enhancements aligned with business strategy, customer needs, and market trends.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, key stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to support long-term business success.
  • Assess and monitor requests for quotation (RFQs), business opportunities, and project viability to ensure strategic and profitable decision-making.
  • Partner closely with Sales teams by providing guidance and support on product strategy, value proposition, pricing, differentiation, and overall go-to-market approach.
Desired Qualifications
  • German language skills are an advantage.

About the company

Johnson Electric designs and manufactures motors, actuators, and motion subsystems for automotive and industrial customers, with plants and engineering centers in over 20 countries. Products span DC/EC motors, switches, solenoids, gearmotors, powder metal parts, and eDrives used in vehicles, appliances, and medical devices. What sets Johnson Electric apart is its family of specialized brands, including Saia-Burgess, Nanomotion, and Stackpole. The goal is to improve the quality of life of everyone it touches through innovative motion systems.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Sha Tin District, Hong Kong

Founded

1986

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What believers are saying

  • FY2026 sales held at US$3.65 billion despite weak automotive demand.
  • IPG grew 2% on constant currency, led by warehouse automation and cooling.
  • Cash reached US$902 million, enabling acquisitions, dividends, and robotics partnerships through 2027.

What critics are saying

  • APG still drives 84% of sales; Chinese JV share erosion already hit FY2026.
  • FY2026 profit fell 23%; impairment and investment fair-value losses already pressured earnings.
  • Humanoid robotics remains unproven; 2025 JVs and September 2026 investments need commercialization quickly.

What makes Johnson Electric unique

  • Johnson Electric spans 30,000 employees and 1,600 engineers across 2026 operations.
  • Its electromechanical platform serves automotive, industrial, cooling, and humanoid robotics components.
  • September 2026 humanoid robotics exhibits and Wuxi Crabnova investment deepen supply-chain positioning.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Meal Benefits
  • Performance Bonus
  • Hybrid Work Options

Company News

Minichart
Sep 28th, 2026
Johnson Electric (179) Invests in Wuxi Crabnova Humanoid Robotics Supplier — Key Investor Takeaways

Johnson Electric Holdings Limited (Stock Code: 179) has issued a voluntary announcement on 28 September 2026 disclosing a minority equity investment in a mainland Chinese robotics components maker — a move that signals the group is positioning itself deeper into the humanoid robotics supply chain.

Associated Press
May 28th, 2026
Johnson Electric reports $3.65B sales, net profit down 23% amid challenging market conditions

Johnson Electric, a global electric motors and motion subsystems manufacturer, reported annual sales of $3.65 billion for the year ended 31 March 2026, up 0.1% year-on-year but down 2% on a constant currency basis. Net profit attributable to shareholders fell 23% to $202 million, whilst adjusted net profit declined 13% to $234 million. The Automotive Products Group, representing 84% of sales, saw revenues decrease 3% on a constant currency basis, impacted by market share erosion among Chinese joint venture customers and sluggish demand in Europe and North America. The Industry Products Group returned to growth with sales up 2%. The company maintained a strong financial position with cash reserves of $902 million and a debt-to-capital ratio of 10%. The board recommended a final dividend of 44 HK cents per share.

PR Newswire
Aug 8th, 2025
Actuators Market to Grow at a CAGR of 7.1% from 2025 to 2032 | SkyQuest Technology Consulting

In April 2025, Johnson Electric, a renowned supplier of motors and actuators launched a new EV Locking Actuator.

Siam News Network
Jul 29th, 2025
WAIC 2025: Shanghai Electric Debuts First Industrial Humanoid Robot "SUYUAN," Advancing Next-Gen Intelligent Manufacturing through Holistic Value Chain Layout

At WAIC 2025, a joint venture between Shanghai Electric and Johnson Electric debuted with a showcase of revolutionary humanoid robots, key hardware modules, and system integration solutions.

StockTitan
Jul 29th, 2025
WAIC 2025: Shanghai Electric Debuts First Industrial Humanoid Robot "SUYUAN," Advancing Next-Gen Intelligent Manufacturing through Holistic Value Chain Layout

The company also showcased its "LINGKE" dual-arm robot and announced a strategic joint venture with Johnson Electric to develop humanoid robot components.