Strategic Business Development Manager

3 weeks ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Dyson Full time

About us
Dyson is a global technology enterprise with a strong presence in the US, headquartered in Chicago's Fulton Market neighborhood. Our operations have grown exponentially since our launch in 2002, with a diverse range of employees working in field sales, service centers, and our growing number of Dyson Demo Stores across the country.

We're committed to our campus culture, fostering a collaborative environment where employees can develop, learn, and grow from each other. By having everyone on campus together, we've been able to nurture a fantastic social and dynamic environment.

About the role

The Strategic Business Development Manager will plan, execute, and maximize comprehensive, strategic business plans for Strategic Regionals Channel, resulting in the delivery of sales and profit growth of existing and new Dyson products.

Achieve sales, profit, and inventory goals.

Deliver assigned budgets on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis.

Develop strategic plans for channels, retailers, and products to achieve the agreed plan.

Forecast at the account and product level as required.

Manage funds and resources for the best return on investment; analyze data and implement high-quality solutions and actions to drive business proactively with customers or teams.

Seek consensus and approval from internal stakeholders for proposed plans; negotiate with accounts to achieve the company's best position.

Leverage Controlled Retail / Sell Out Team to maximize POS.

Monitor retailer sales and inventories; assess risks and opportunities; communicate and implement best profit and high customer satisfaction solutions.

Develop and manage relationships and processes with internal business partners.

Seek out decision makers and influencers. Create positive working relationships across all levels of the business.

Accountability for all business processes related to the position, for example, accounts receivable, legal, customer service, and all related administrative due diligence.

Plan, develop, and manage relationships with retailers, current and new.

Represent Dyson to the trade; demonstrate exemplary execution of Dyson values with business partners and emerging businesses.

Seek out decision makers and influencers, to best manage the business. Create positive working relationships across all levels of their organizations.

Comprehensive knowledge of customers and channels; ability to communicate that knowledge, serving as the voice of the customer internally.

Execute plans regarding distribution, merchandising, pricing, and product placement including negotiating contracts and various programs with customers.

Develop new customers and business channels as needed.

Identify opportunities and related risks; assess situation and propose action.

Contribute to the US Sales team.

Serve as an active and high-performing member of the team.

Partner with other team members to support new opportunities as they arise.

Be able to challenge self and others in accepting the norm, while working towards best practices.

Fulfill other duties as necessary.

Relish the opportunity to pick up new activities that fall broadly in the purpose of the role.

Think outside of the box, identifying opportunities for improvement.

Identify problems and find solutions.

Other Requirements

Full driver's license with a good driving record.

Ability to lift, push, and pull up 50 lbs.

Ability to travel up to 50%.

About you

Bachelor's Degree required; concentration in business or related field preferred.

5+ years' experience in account sales and account management.

Diverse experience supporting sales, operations, trade marketing, category management, and financial analysis required.

Proven track record of budget/quota delivery.

Demonstrate the ability to penetrate the appropriate customer, customer team, and internal functions to achieve maximum results on sales objectives.

Ability to think strategically and develop long-term plans for channels, retailers, and products.

Ability to provide insights to POS trends within account base.

Proven negotiation and closing skills, both at the account and product sales levels.

Good customer and cross-functional interface capabilities.

Excellent presentation and influence skills.

Excellent math and analytical skills.

Benefits

At Dyson, how we reward you is linked to our high-performance culture. But it's about more than salary and bonus.

Through a package of financial, lifestyle, and health benefits, we support whatever stage of life you're in and the moments that matter.

Financial benefits:

  • 401K with up to a 4% match
  • Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D
  • Flexible Savings Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)

Lifestyle benefits:

  • Competitive Paid Time Off Benefits including Separate Holiday, Sick, and Vacation Time
  • Pre-tax Commuter Benefits (applicable areas only)
  • Generous Child Care Leave Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Generous Dyson Product Discounts

Health benefits:

  • Multi-Level Healthcare Coverage Options
  • Vision & Dental Coverage
  • Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Dyson is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live.

If requested, we will provide reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process for persons with disabilities. Contact us at https://www.dyson.com/contact-us for more information.

Dyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We know that great minds don't think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other any other dimension of diversity.

Dyson is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

As part of this commitment, Dyson will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process.

If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Americas Talent Acquisition.

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