Business Development Manager

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.Airgas is Hiring for a Business Development Manager in Islandia, NYWe are looking for youCompensation: 75K-85K plus bonus Auto allowance and mileage reimbursement Territory: Islandia, NY4+ years of experience as a Business DeveloperRecruiter: Gaby Bogenschutz / gaby.bogenschutz@airliquide.com / (920) 472-3495 CALL/TEXTBusiness Development Manager will to drive new growth and expand our customer base. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying, pursuing, and closing new business opportunities across healthcare and life science industries The ideal candidate will be a proactive business developer focused on creating sustainable, long-term accounts rather than short-term projects. They will be responsible for the full sales cycle, from lead generation to closing.Generate new business: Develop a schedule to contact potential customers. You'll use leads from our marketing team, business directories, and trade journals to build a pipeline of prospects.Deliver impactful sales presentations: Customize presentations and product demonstrations based on the customer's needs and industry, highlighting key features and benefits.Manage the sales process: Prepare proposals with pricing, credit terms, and delivery schedules. You'll draft sales contracts, obtain credit approval for new accounts, and submit orders to the appropriate teams.Collaborate and report: Keep management informed through regular reports on activities, results, and territory analysis. Meet with managers to discuss accounts and projects.Monitor the market: Stay informed about competitors' pricing, products, and marketing strategies. Provide feedback to management on competitive developments and recommend changes to our products or services.Maintain customer relationships: Resolve customer issues and complaints by investigating problems and developing solutions.Stay informed: Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending workshops and reviewing publications. Protect confidential company information.________________________Are you a MATCH? Required QualificationsBachelor’s Degree preferred from four-year College or University or one to two year of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.Industry experience and related product knowledge is essential.Negotiating and selling skills required with a proven record of achieving or exceeding assigned sales goals.Excellent presentation, good negotiating and public speaking skills are required.Preferred Qualifications​Prior experience with SAP order entry software preferred.3+ years of experience selling medical, specialty or industrial gases and equipment to independent distributors and customers while working for an industrial or specialty gas producer.________________________BenefitsWe care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees. We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children. Additionally, we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program._________________________Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCEAt Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world._________________________About Airgas Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions. Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career — whatever path you choose._________________________