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Director of Business Development

CRG Michigan, United States

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Sumner Hinton

Sumner Hinton

Senior Recruiting Manager @ CRG | Driving Talent Acquisition Success

Director of Business Development

Our long-standing client, one of the largest automobile and equipment manufacturers in the world, has been steadily growing for almost 100 years. With over 100,000 employees in 18 countries, this $47B company has a worldwide reputation for being an excellent company to work for. Having supported various teams with long-tenured employees, the organization has a history of low turnover, offering an impressive benefits package, great work-life balance, and promotional opportunities to grow with a multinational leader.


In this role, you will be responsible for the research and development of new sales opportunities with government and federal agencies both domestically and internationally.


Opportunity: Direct-Hire

Location: Remote - Preferably based in Michigan

Compensation: $160,000-$170,000 + 20% bonus potential


Responsibilities:

  • Researches and develops strategies to identify emerging segments and target customers for new business development
  • Drives growth by expanding relationships with new governmental agencies and growing market share for existing channels
  • Develops short-term strategies and sales tactics to negotiate and secure new business opportunities
  • Assists in developing partnerships both domestically and internationally, where applicable, to support business expansion
  • Serves as the primary point of contact and relationship manager for senior defense and government officials
  • Leads negotiations and executes potential opportunities with existing and potential customers to ensure successful outcomes
  • Develops strategic initiatives to establish a sales platform aimed at achieving established annual targets
  • Collaborates with other governmental sales groups within the organization to sustain relationships and share insights
  • Identifies revenue growth opportunities for regions and plays a lead role in working with internal team members to capitalize on them
  • Attends and manages trade show activities as needed, representing the company at select events
  • Travels up to 50% of the time to fulfill job responsibilities effectively and build strong customer relationships


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a relevant field; advanced degree preferred
  • Extensive background in sales, with 6+ years of experience specifically in the Tactical Wheeled Vehicle industry, demonstrating a deep understanding of market dynamics and customer needs
  • Minimum of 6 years of prior US Department of Defense (DoD) service with a focus in international programs development or Foreign Area Officer experience preferred
  • Experience working with other federal agencies such as the DoD, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and Department of State (DoS) is highly desirable
  • Working understanding of International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) policies to ensure compliance with export control laws
  • Proven ability to create and sustain strategic customer relationships, fostering trust and loyalty among key stakeholders
  • Demonstrated success in accurately forecasting sales opportunities and consistently achieving or exceeding sales targets aligned with company objectives


Benefits:

  • Comprehensive medical Coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield – Two Plan Options
  • Dental and Vision Plan
  • FSA and HSA
  • Competitive PTO – 24 days (increasing to 30 days based on length of service) + 8 bank holidays
  • Life and Accident Insurance – Basic life insurance equals two times your base salary up to $1,000,000 – at no cost to you
  • Pet Health Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave, Paid Caregiver Leave, Adoption Assistance Program
  • Education Reimbursement
  • 401(k) for every dollar you contribute, up to 5% of pay
  • Discounted gym memberships plus gym onsite

Category Code: JN011, JN029

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Business Development, Sales, and Administrative
  • Industries

    Motor Vehicle Manufacturing and Retail Motor Vehicles

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