AMQ Solutions
Business Development Manager
AMQ Solutions, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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$80,000 Base + Commissions + 10k Cost of Living Allowance + Company BonusAbout the Company:At AMQ Solutions, a Steelcase Company, we create excellent spaces for those with a sense of purpose. We combine big ideas with small-scale operations, fostering innovation and treating everyone like family. For over a decade, we've stayed Agile, Modern, and Quick, evolving while maintaining our identity.We've grown by delivering prompt, innovative furniture solutions and are now expanding our team. We're committed to developing empathetic leaders, diversifying talent, and increasing representation. At AMQ Solutions, we believe in equal employment opportunities for all.About the Role:We are seeking a Business Development Manager (BDM) to join our team. This role is ideal for those starting or advancing their sales career. The perfect candidate will demonstrate excellent time management, a competitive spirit, self-direction, and a strong work ethic. We provide comprehensive training and mentorship in business development and client relationship management.Keys to Success:Highly Competitive - desire to be the very best.Self-Motivated – proactively & effectively gets things done.Self-Directed – always asks; is what I’m doing now getting me closer to my goal.Sense of Urgency – doesn’t wait for opportunities to appear; instead seeks them out.Organized and Detail-Oriented - prioritizes prospecting.Exceptional Verbal and Written CommunicatorA Sense of Humor!Position Summary:As an AMQ Business Development Manager, your primary focus will be targeting small to medium-sized businesses seeking quick and modern bundled furniture solutions. This role involves creating and implementing strategies to generate leads and business opportunities. You will build strong relationships with prospective businesses, commercial real estate, architecture & design communities, and dealer partners.Prospect, strategize, and qualify self-generated new business opportunities through relationship building, cold & warm calling, networking, referrals, industry and market research, and tools like ZoomInfo, Salesforce, CoStar, Construct Connect, and TIMS.Establish strategic relationships across communities, including Commercial Real Estate, Architecture and Design, Dealers, General Contractors, and End-Users.Actively participate in networking organizations and attend events within assigned markets.Develop deep knowledge of all AMQ products and services.Provide outstanding service and value through collaborative problem-solving and timely responses to client and dealer requests.Interface with dealer partners, Territory Managers, and end users to present tailored product solutions that differentiate AMQ from the competition.Partner with local TM and RSM to determine dealer account volume growth through regular Salesforce forecasting and projected annual projects.Attend and contribute to leads meetings and product training sessions focused on generating SMB opportunities with Steelcase and dealer partners.Adhere to KPIs and document business development sales activity in Salesforce.Increase awareness of the dealer SMB Branded programs through regular presentations to industry influencers in CRE and A&D.Stay attuned to the changing needs of the SMB segment and use critical thinking to enhance the delivery of SMB Branded programs.Job Requirements:Proficiency in using social media such as LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook to promote and support brand awareness.Frequent travel throughout assigned markets.Flexibility to regularly attend industry and or market events outside of normal business hours.Reliable transportation for local business travel for demos and business meetings.Ability to lift up to 40lbs.Skills:
Business Development, Relationship Building, Prospecting, Presentations, Networking, Social Media, Sales Strategy, Product Launch, Cold CallingEducation/Experience:Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or 3-5 years business development experience.Prior outside sales experience interfacing with clients, vendors, dealers, and internal departments desired.Knowledge of manufacturer’s product and application, proven sales ability and general understanding of business practices, pricing and discounting desired.Equal Opportunity Statement:
AMQ & Steelcase provide employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status.
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$80,000 Base + Commissions + 10k Cost of Living Allowance + Company BonusAbout the Company:At AMQ Solutions, a Steelcase Company, we create excellent spaces for those with a sense of purpose. We combine big ideas with small-scale operations, fostering innovation and treating everyone like family. For over a decade, we've stayed Agile, Modern, and Quick, evolving while maintaining our identity.We've grown by delivering prompt, innovative furniture solutions and are now expanding our team. We're committed to developing empathetic leaders, diversifying talent, and increasing representation. At AMQ Solutions, we believe in equal employment opportunities for all.About the Role:We are seeking a Business Development Manager (BDM) to join our team. This role is ideal for those starting or advancing their sales career. The perfect candidate will demonstrate excellent time management, a competitive spirit, self-direction, and a strong work ethic. We provide comprehensive training and mentorship in business development and client relationship management.Keys to Success:Highly Competitive - desire to be the very best.Self-Motivated – proactively & effectively gets things done.Self-Directed – always asks; is what I’m doing now getting me closer to my goal.Sense of Urgency – doesn’t wait for opportunities to appear; instead seeks them out.Organized and Detail-Oriented - prioritizes prospecting.Exceptional Verbal and Written CommunicatorA Sense of Humor!Position Summary:As an AMQ Business Development Manager, your primary focus will be targeting small to medium-sized businesses seeking quick and modern bundled furniture solutions. This role involves creating and implementing strategies to generate leads and business opportunities. You will build strong relationships with prospective businesses, commercial real estate, architecture & design communities, and dealer partners.Prospect, strategize, and qualify self-generated new business opportunities through relationship building, cold & warm calling, networking, referrals, industry and market research, and tools like ZoomInfo, Salesforce, CoStar, Construct Connect, and TIMS.Establish strategic relationships across communities, including Commercial Real Estate, Architecture and Design, Dealers, General Contractors, and End-Users.Actively participate in networking organizations and attend events within assigned markets.Develop deep knowledge of all AMQ products and services.Provide outstanding service and value through collaborative problem-solving and timely responses to client and dealer requests.Interface with dealer partners, Territory Managers, and end users to present tailored product solutions that differentiate AMQ from the competition.Partner with local TM and RSM to determine dealer account volume growth through regular Salesforce forecasting and projected annual projects.Attend and contribute to leads meetings and product training sessions focused on generating SMB opportunities with Steelcase and dealer partners.Adhere to KPIs and document business development sales activity in Salesforce.Increase awareness of the dealer SMB Branded programs through regular presentations to industry influencers in CRE and A&D.Stay attuned to the changing needs of the SMB segment and use critical thinking to enhance the delivery of SMB Branded programs.Job Requirements:Proficiency in using social media such as LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook to promote and support brand awareness.Frequent travel throughout assigned markets.Flexibility to regularly attend industry and or market events outside of normal business hours.Reliable transportation for local business travel for demos and business meetings.Ability to lift up to 40lbs.Skills:
Business Development, Relationship Building, Prospecting, Presentations, Networking, Social Media, Sales Strategy, Product Launch, Cold CallingEducation/Experience:Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or 3-5 years business development experience.Prior outside sales experience interfacing with clients, vendors, dealers, and internal departments desired.Knowledge of manufacturer’s product and application, proven sales ability and general understanding of business practices, pricing and discounting desired.Equal Opportunity Statement:
AMQ & Steelcase provide employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status.
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