Business Development Manager (Poland)

    Destinus

    🇵🇱 Poland
    Remote
    SaaS
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    Posted 2 weeks ago
    Work Type

    Remote

    Vertical

    SaaS

    Source

    himalayas

    Language

    🇵🇱 Polish

    About this role

    At Destinus, we are revolutionizing aerospace and defense with cutting-edge drone technology.

    To expand our footprint in the Polish defense sector, we are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manager with deep knowledge of the Polish defense ecosystem, experience in government procurement or the drone industry, and a strong track record in bid formulation and contract management.

    At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness.

    Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.

    What You’ll Do Identify, develop, and manage new business opportunities within the Polish defense sector, with a focus on drone technology and government procurement. Lead the preparation and submission of bids, proposals, and tenders, ensuring compliance with industry and regulatory standards.

    Develop and execute go-to-market strategies to position Destinus solutions effectively within the defense ecosystem. Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and procurement frameworks to identify potential business opportunities. Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, legal, and finance) to ensure alignment with business objectives.

    Negotiate and manage contracts, securing favorable terms and ensuring successful project execution.

    Requirements

    What You’ll Need Must-Have At least 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or procurement within the defense sector. Proven experience in the drone industry is highly desirable. Experience working with government tenders, procurement processes, or defense

    Selling Motion

    Prospecting

    Channel / Partner

    Sell through partners, resellers, or alliances

    Buyer Persona

    C-Suite

    Selling to executive decision-makers

    Territory

    Vertical-Specific

    Focused on a single industry vertical

    Requirements at a Glance

    Experience·5+ years required
    Negotiation·Required skill

    Typical Day — Sales Rep

    Sales calls20–40/day
    Client meetings3–5/week
    Pipeline managementDaily

    Estimates based on role type and selling motion — actual may vary by company.

    SaaS — Interview Intel

    Typical Sales Cycle

    30–90 days (SMB) · 3–9 months (Mid-Market) · 6–18 months (Enterprise)

    Common Buyer Objections

    • "We're locked into a contract with [competitor]"
    • "We built something in-house already"
    • "We don't have budget until next quarter"
    • "Our team won't adopt another tool"

    Key Industry Metrics

    ARR / MRRNet Revenue Retention (NRR)CAC Payback PeriodLogo Churn vs Revenue ChurnACV (Avg Contract Value)Magic Number

    Hot Topics to Reference

    • • AI-native product disruption
    • • PLG vs sales-led motion debate
    • • Vertical SaaS consolidation
    • • Usage-based pricing models

    Use these insights to speak the buyer's language in interviews.

    Tags

    Business-Development-Manager
    Defense-Technology-Sales
    Aviation-And-Aerospace
    Government-Procurement
    UAV-Drone-Industry
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    Research Destinus's product, recent news, and key competitors
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    Role Insights

    This leadership position involves both strategic planning and hands-on coaching of the sales team.

    SaaS sales roles typically involve consultative selling with longer deal cycles.

    This remote-friendly role based in PL provides geographic flexibility while maintaining access to a SaaS market.

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