Senior Business Development Manager- Automotive

Overview The primary role of the Senior Business Development Manager in the Manufacturing and Distribution industry vertical is to prospect for new clients/business by networking, cold calling, advertising or other means of generating interest from potential clients. They must then plan persuasive approaches and pitches that will convince potential clients to do business with ABM. They are also required to grow and retain existing accounts by presenting new solutions and services to clients. Business Development Managers work with mid and senior level management, marketing, and technical staff. Strategic planning is a key part of this job description, since it is the business managers responsibility to develop the pipeline of new business coming in to ABM. This requires a thorough knowledge of the market, the solutions/services ABM can provide, and of ABMs competitors. Core focus of activities will revolve around automotive and manufacturing clients & facilities, both union and non-union settings Essential Functions: Develop and execute short and long-term sales plans, maintain present sales, attract and connect with new prospects, create proposals, respond to RFPs, and facilitate and close new business. Own the information base on prospective clients within the territory. Use ABM-branded marketing materials to create detailed, customized, innovative, and lively proposals. Research a customer's existing facility solutions and programs and schedule a bid walk of the facility with the prospect. Include operations teams in strategic & financial planning and execution. Negotiate contracts, close the deal, and manage the transition to operations to ensure the proposal commitments are delivered. Position yourself within your territory as a leader in your field. Establish a diverse network of relationships that reflect the ABM Way. Include people of influence within our industry, key community partners, strategic partners, and prospective clients. Maintain database for the territory using Salesforce. Effectively manage the assigned budget. Support the companys online and direct marketing campaigns. Monitor bid schedules and understand the competition in the marketplace fully. Assist in training in both formal and informal situations as needed. Develop a network of skilled and informed operators. Partner with them to ensure understanding of prospects, clients, and your sales territory. Assist the corporation with competitive intelligence. 8 years in Business Development and Sales. Bachelors degree preferred. Aptitude or experience with facility engineering solutions sales. Must be willing to live in the area. Hunter mentality with services sales experience required. Facility services, janitorial, commercial real estate, or other related field preferred. Relevant and immediate sales contacts preferred. Work well under pressure to meet established goals. Salesforce or other CRM & Excel REQUIRED Proven ability to lead and manage a diverse work force, collaborate with operations, other departments, and teams. Strength in writing and presenting compelling, detailed, sales proposals. Experience pricing labor, equipment, materials and subcontracted services within proposals preferred. Well organized and able to handle multiple proposals and processes simultaneously. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Minimum Requirements 8 years in Business Development and Sales, automotive & manufacturing focused Bachelors degree or significant related experience. Hunter mentality with services sales experience required. Manufacturing/Distribution Facility Services Sales (janitorial, maintenance, and full suite of hard, soft and ancillary services, etc.) Work well under pressure to meet established goals. Salesforce or other CRM & Excel REQUIRED Proven ability to lead and manage a matrixed and diverse workforce, collaborate with operations, other departments, and teams. Strength in writing and presenting compelling, detailed, sales proposals. Well organized and able to handle multiple proposals and processes simultaneously. Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision Travel: 50-75% locally and nationally Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABMs benefits, visit ABM 2024 Employee Benefits | Staff & Management (https://www.abm.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-Recruitment-Staff-Mgmt-11.6.23.pdf) 200 P1 REQNUMBER: 99493 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.