Business Development Manager- Remote

This is a remote position.  Ideally the candidate will be located in the Midwest or Southeast.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify new business opportunities: Research prospective accounts in target markets and plan new target market initiatives
• Set sales goals and develop sales plans and strategies to meet those goals
• Propose changes to product and service offerings to improve the customer experience
• Develop proposals and quotes for current customers and prospective customers
• Attend events such as conferences and industry events to nurture relationships with the industry decision makers
• Meet regularly with upper management to discuss progress
• Conduct competitive research aligned with Milsco’s manufacturing capabilities.
• Work with engineering to provide “Voice of the customer” product and service feedback as it relates to Milsco, our competitors, and emerging trends.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering or related field
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in a Business Development, Sales, and/or Market Analysis position within a manufacturing company
• Prior sales experience with technical products required
• Prior experience with strategic planning, selling, successful negotiations and project management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required. Must be able to effectively communicate with customers and colleagues, write clear and concise e-mails, and participate in meetings and presentations in English.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm and a sense of urgency
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects in a timely manner
• Travel is required, about 50% per year and may include international travel