Johnson Controls
Data Centres
BusinessDevelopmentManager-DataCentres
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“Business Development Manager - Data Centres at Johnson Controls. Skills: Business Development, Fire Suppression, Data Centres, Product Specification, Demand Generation. Identify and develop new business opportunities across target sectors. Build relationships with consultants, contractors, and end users to drive product specification”
What You'll Achieve.
Drive demand for our fire suppression portfolio; Target growth within the data centre vertical
Industry & Context.
Creative critical thinking skills in technical environments
Ability to travel to London frequently, Flexibility to travel extensively across the EMEA region as needed
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Proven experience in the fire suppression industry, expertise in gas suppression and sprinkler systems, Operational understanding of data centre construction and best practices related to fire suppression, history in business development, sales, or specification-led roles, Experience in a B2B commercial environment, Technical knowledge of fire protection products, suppression technologies, codes, and standards
Nice to Have
Fluent in additional languages are a plus
What You'll Do.
Identify and develop new business opportunities across target sectors
Build relationships with consultants
and end users to drive product specification
Independently generate and qualify leads using market intelligence and networking
Represent Johnson Controls at industry events
Maintain accurate records of pipeline activity and report progress via CRM tools
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with internal technical and sales teams to secure business
Full Job Description
Job Description **Business Development Manager – Fire Suppression (EMEA, Data Centre Focus)** **Johnson Controls** is a global leader in smart, sustainable building solutions. With a market-leading portfolio in fire protection and suppression systems, we deliver safety technologies to commercial, industrial, and public sector clients. Our team is driven by innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to protecting lives and assets. **About the Role** An exciting opportunity has opened within our EMEA Business Development team. Reporting to the EMEA Business Development Director, this newly created strategic role focuses on demand creation. You will be instrumental in specifying our products and services with consultants, contractors, and end users. This position targets growth within the data centre vertical. You will drive demand for our fire suppression portfolio—including sprinkler, watermist, gas suppression, and foam systems—by engaging with consultants, influencers, and owner/operators. **What We Offer** * Competitive salary with commission/bonus plan * 25 days paid holidays and sick pay. * Comprehensive benefits package including: * 7% matched pension * Private medical * Life assurance * Employee assistance program * Referral scheme * Discounts on high street brands and Johnson Controls security products * Cycle to work scheme. * Extensive product and cross-training opportunities * Collaborative team environment * Career development through structured career ladders * Commitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy * Access to business resource groups and training on company values **Key Responsibilities** * Identify and develop new business opportunities across target sectors. * Build strong relationships with consultants, contractors, and end users to drive product specification. * Independently generate and qualify leads using market intelligence and networking. * Collaborate with internal technical and sales teams to secure business. * Represent Johnson
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