Business Development Director directs the execution of the business development vision, strategy, plans, and processes to drive sales, increase revenue, expand markets, and accomplish financial objectives. Identifies and evaluates new markets, partners, channels, and customers. Being a Business Development Director develops and uses contacts and relationships within the industry, business environment, and customer base to understand and respond to competition, pricing, and product demand changes. Oversees the development of proposals and contracts for new business opportunities and manages negotiations. Additionally, Business Development Director collaborates with marketing, sales, product development, and other stakeholders to support business development plans. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Business Development Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Business Development Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Sawyer Services in Chesterfield, MI is looking to hire a full-time Business Development Director to help our company with strategic planning, sales managing, and prospecting for new clients. Are you driven and energetic with a growth mindset? Would you like a job that allows you to travel to new places and meet new people? Are you interested in being part of a company that values each employee's time, skills, and ideas? If so, please read on!
This position earns competitive pay. We provide excellent benefits, including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, and vacation time. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!
ABOUT SAWYER SERVICES
Sawyer Services is a woman- and minority-owned electrical contractor dedicated to serving our commercial, industrial, and government clients. Our president and founder is a third-generation professional in the electrical industry, providing a wide array of experience in the design, installation, management, and maintenance of lighting, electrical, and sign systems. That is how we are able to achieve significant energy cost savings and more efficient facility operations. Our customers can depend on us to get the job done on time and minimize revenue loss, all while upholding our top-notch safety protocols.
In order to provide quality service, we need top-of-the-line employees. That's why we offer great compensation, awesome benefits, and a work environment worth bragging about! At Sawyer Services, we care about the overall well-being of our staff members.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
As a Business Development Director, you are essential to accelerating our sales objectives. You are enthusiastic about the electrical industry and enjoy sharing information about the latest products and services. Making frequent calls, you have a knack for locating relevant high-value prospects and establishing sales leads. Using your excellent communication skills, you work with potential customers to craft solutions that exceed their expectations. You competently negotiate pricing, create sales quotes, and finalize contracts with clients.
You are pleased to have a career that allows for frequent travel to industry functions such as events and conferences. Always eager to improve, you use your knowledge of the market and competition to develop unique selling propositions. As you track and manage all relevant sales activity, you also establish, develop, and maintain positive business relationships. You hand off new customers to our project teams with clear scope and project deliverables. Between meeting clients, tracking sales analytics, and traveling, you're never bored! You love being a part of the growing electrical industry!
QUALIFICATIONS FOR A BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Are you an organized self-starter with a strong sense of ambition, self-motivation, and self-discipline? Do you have a successful track record of meeting goals and exceeding quotas? Are you able to work both independently and in a team setting? Do you have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal? If yes, you might just be perfect for this position!
WORK SCHEDULE
This full-time position travels as needed throughout the Metro-Detroit area.
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
If you feel that you would be right for this job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
Location: 48051