Business Development Manager

Business Development ManagerAt Peoples Gas System, we are the fastest growing natural gas utility in the Southeast with career opportunities that fit your future. Our organization is diverse in people, opportunities, and careers. We foster a dynamic and inclusive workplace where safety, innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.The Business Development Manager - Residential, under minimum supervision, builds and maintains relationships with new and established residential builders, developers, project engineers and related architects. Assist the Manager of Residential Growth in designing and implementing sales strategies and identifying potential growth areas. Supports company efforts to increase sales of natural gas. Acts as the liaison between the company, contractors, Gas Advantage Dealers, architects, engineers and residential builders and developers. May require statewide sales coverage depending on market conditions or as directed by management.What You Need To Succeed:Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field and 5 years' experience performing similar duties & responsibilities of this position. In lieu of a bachelor's degree an additional 4 years of related experience may be considered.Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Strong leadership and negotiation skills. Proven ability to solicit business through cold calling, in-person meetings and market research data.Primary Duties & Responsibilities:Responsible for signing agreements with single family and multi-family builders and developers. Maintains relationships with existing and potential residential builders and developers in the assigned market areas. Responsible for maintaining residential data utilizing our Customer Relationship Management System (CRM).Serves as the primary point of contact for residential projects and developments. Maintains relationships with key builders and developers statewide.Continuously communicates with management, operations and team to ensure proper delivery of our services on time and exceed our customer expectations.Consults with residential builders, developers/ on current market conditions, areas for natural gas expansion and other potential growth opportunities.Coordinates all pre-and-post-sales efforts with engineering and construction, operations and the Manager Residential Growth.Gains trust and credibility as an industry expert by understanding the energy industry and by providing solutions for our residential builders and developers.Responsible for providing market intel, long-term residential growth planning and the coordination of marketing events to promote the benefits of natural gas.Attend and participate in builder / developer events (i.e., builder association events, education seminars, marketing events). Performs all other duties as assigned.What Will Give You A Competitive Edge?3 years of business development and outside sales experienceKnowledge of Peoples Gas' products and services, the natural gas / energy industry, and the Florida housing marketWho Will Be A Part Of Your Team? All levels of management, account managers, sales and marketing services and other company representatives. Customers, developers/builders, industry associations, vendors, contractors, Gas Advantage Dealers, architects, and engineers.How You'll Contribute:Builds Strong Collaborative RelationshipsCultivates Innovation and Embraces ChangeDrives Operational Excellence for CustomersTakes Ownership and Acts with IntegrityThinks Strategically and Exercises Sound JudgementWhere And How You Will Work:This position will travel 50%-75% of the time throughout the territory.Why You'll Love Working With Us:Performance Bonus: Earn an annual incentive bonus that recognizes your hard work.Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance.Retirement Planning: Secure your future with a 401k Retirement Savings Plan and a comprehensive Pension plan.Ownership Opportunities: Participate in Emera's Employee Common Share Purchase Plan and share in our success.Time to Recharge: Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), paid company holidays, comprehensive mental, financial and physical wellness resources, and paid Parental Leave.Growth and Development: Take advantage of tuition reimbursement and other training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career.And much moreWhether you're launching your career or looking to advance it, Peoples Gas is the perfect place for you, offering exciting opportunities for a long-term career with a dynamic, growing company.Emergency Response Requirements:TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.