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Director, Business Development
1 month ago
Director, Business Development
Job Locations
US-MN-Minneapolis
Primary Posting Location : City
Minneapolis
Primary Posting Location : State/Province
MN
Primary Posting Location : Postal Code
55401
Primary Posting Location : Country
US
Requisition ID
Position Type
Full Time
Category
Business Development
Minimum
USD $125,000.00/Yr.
Maximum
USD $145,000.00/Yr.
Summary
Director of Business Development
At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses We are seeking a talented Director of Business Development who will be in a high visibility position responsible for the direction and management of sales and business development operations including; presentation and RFP development, pricing, market competitiveness, and ROI value creation tools as well as overall growth strategies. May manage a team responsible for new business support, communications, ad hoc executive projects.
Take this opportunity to join North America's leading business solutions provider and build your career working with amazing people in a growing industry Apply today
What we offer:
- Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
- 401(k) with company match
- Training and Career Development
- Generous Paid Time-Off
Responsibilities:
- Develop long-term relationships within key customer/client targets. Work closely with VP Client Services / VP Operations and (respective teams as appropriate) to ensure customer's expectations are met and overall business plans and strategies are achieved.
- Responsible for quantifying each potential new business opportunity in respect to revenue and profitability in conjunction with Operations and Finance.
- Coordinate objectives of the overall business development plan with all of the functional departments of the company as necessary.
- Lead the development and implementation of an overall business development marketing strategy including competitive analysis and obtaining approval from the senior management team.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly updates to the plan as needed and communicate updates to VP Client Services and management team.
- Driving and travel are essential duties and functions of this job.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree in Business Management or Marketing preferred or equivalent experience
- 8-10 years of experience in sales development or sale management
- Experience in client communications and negotiations
- Entrepreneurial experience
- Proven track record of reaching sales goals
- Strong leadership ability with customers and associates
Job Will Remain Open Until Filled
Responsibilities
The Company is one of North America's leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.
Position Summary
The Director Business Development is a high visibility position responsible for the direction and management of sales and business development operations including; presentation and RFP development, pricing, market competitiveness, and ROI value creation tools as well as overall growth strategies. May manage a team responsible for new business support, communications, ad hoc executive projects.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Execution
Work extensively with appropriate Customer teams within ASM to develop leads and appointments with customers
* Work independently to generate own leads within key target customers
* Develop long term relationships within key customer/client targets
* Develop and deliver sales and capabilities presentations, prepare and answer RFP's, and have a clear understanding of the competitive landscape
* Work closely with VP Client Services / VP Operations and (respective teams as appropriate) to ensure customer's expectations are met and overall business plans and strategies are achieved
* Build and manage internal cross-functional teams of subject matter experts and/or to ensure business wins (IT, Finance, etc.)
* Responsible for quantifying each potential new business opportunity in respect to revenue and profitability in conjunction with Operations and Finance
Planning
Coordinate objectives of the overall business development plan with all of the functional departments of the company as necessary
* Lead the development and implementation of an overall business development marketing strategy including competitive analysis and obtaining approval from senior management team
* Lead and develop for:
o Client and customer pitches and top to top meetings
o CRM and pipeline management
o Communications (executive blog, Inside Advantage, Difference Makers, etc.)
o Board meeting prep
Prepare monthly and quarterly updates to the plan as needed and communicate updates to VP Client Services and management team
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports
This position may have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports
Indirect Reports
May have direct reports, and may delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports
Travel and/or Driving Requirements
- Travel and Driving are essential duties and functions of this job
- Travel up to 60 %
Minimum Qualifications
The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job
Education Level or equivalent experience
(Required): High School Diploma or GED
(Preferred): Bachelor's Degree
Field of Study/Area of Experience:
- Business management or marketing
- 8-10 years of experience in sales develo9pment or sale management
- Experience in client communications and negotiations
- Entrepreneurial experience
Competencies
Ensures accountability
* Action oriented
* Drives results
* Strategic mindset
* Decision quality
* Situational adaptability
* Business insight
* Builds effective teams
* Communicates effectively
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
- Proven track record of reaching sales goals
- Strong leadership ability with customers and associates
- Consultative selling abilities and excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and staff to create a results driven, team oriented environment
- Ability to create innovative business solutions that drive value and create growth
- Must be proactive and passionate with a dedication to industry leadership
- Capacity to assume more significant executive responsibilities over time
Environmental & Physical Requirements
Office-Sedentary Requirements
Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time, ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10lbs.
Additional Information Regarding The Company Job Duties and Job Descriptions
Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one's supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
Any estimate, schedule, or guideline provided to associates in this job description or elsewhere in connection with their jobs is only intended to help describe job duties and for planning purposes. Regardless of any such estimate, schedule, or guideline, associates must always record all time worked for our company (which includes but is not limited to on-site work time in an assigned store, office, or other work location; required waiting time; administrative time; and work-related travel time).
Important Information
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
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Advantage Sales & Marketing LLC dba Advantage Solutions ("Advantage Solutions") is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, Advantage Solutions shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law. Should you believe you need an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact Advantage Solutions Workplace Accommodation's Dept. at or
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