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Strategic Business Development Manager

Master Recruiters of Davidson
Illinois, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2026

Strategic Business Development Manager

Industrial Manufacturing | Technical Sales | Strategic Accounts

Remote (U.S.) | Travel up to 30%


A growing U.S.-based industrial manufacturing organization is seeking a Strategic Business Development Manager to lead expansion efforts across multiple industrial markets.

We've been retained to identify a commercial leader with experience selling technical coatings manufacturing solutions who can build strong customer relationships, develop new revenue streams, and expand existing strategic accounts.

This role focuses on developing new business opportunities, expanding strategic partnerships, and identifying market opportunities in the industrial and manufacturing sectors.


They are:

  • Toll Manufacturer
  • Custom Manufacturer
  • Private Label Coatings


Responsibilities


Business Development & Market Expansion

• Identify and pursue new revenue opportunities within industrial manufacturing and related sectors

• Develop relationships with OEMs, manufacturers, contractors, and industrial customers

• Expand existing customer relationships while securing new strategic accounts

• Create and execute sales strategies for market growth


Strategic Account Growth

• Serve as the primary commercial contact for high-value customer relationships

• Partner with internal teams to develop customized product and manufacturing solutions

• Identify opportunities for long-term supply agreements and recurring revenue


Sales Execution

• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting through contract negotiation

• Maintain a structured pipeline and sales forecast using CRM tools

• Support technical evaluations, product trials, and commercial rollouts


Industry Engagement

• Represent the organization at industry trade shows, conferences, and customer meetings

• Track market trends, emerging technologies, and competitive activity

• Identify opportunities for growth in new vertical markets



Qualifications


• 7 years of experience in B2B sales, business development, or technical sales

• Experience selling within industrial manufacturing, specialty materials, coatings, chemicals, or engineered products

• Demonstrated success developing strategic accounts and new business opportunities

• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills

• Experience working with CRM platforms and structured sales pipelines

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Chemistry, Marketing, or related discipline preferred

• Ability to travel up to 30%



Compensation & Benefits


Competitive compensation package including:


• Base salary plus performance incentives

• Health, dental, and vision coverage

• Retirement savings program with company contribution

• Paid time off

• Professional development opportunities

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