Aerospace BD Manager — Travel‑Driven Growth

Progressive Alloy Steel Unlimited, Inc; Hartsville (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Alloys Steel Unlimited is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth in a defined territory and engage new customers. The role requires significant travel to meet clients and to promote new products, with emphasis on expanding the inside sales pipeline and profitability.

You will report to the Sales Manager and work with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, manage accounts, and maintain a robust database of contacts.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree in business or related area preferred.
• Four years of experience in sales and marketing preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 75% of working time.
• Experience building new business and accounts within a territory.

Responsibilities

• Increase sales and provide support for the current customer base within the territory assigned.
• Travel and actively visit companies within assigned territory 75% of working time.
• Discover new opportunities for Inside Sales team.
• Research potential product line and value add programs.
• Assist in research, identification, and implementation of new products, customers, and programs to enhance annual profitability.
• Develop and maintain an internal database for contacts.
• Chart and track efforts for new business in relation to goals set by management.
• Contribute to a positive work environment based on teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Communicate effectively with the Sales Manager, Inside Sales Representatives, and management.
• Provide the Vice President - General Manager with weekly progress reports in development and implementation of latest programs, business and customers.

Skills

Sales experience

Territory management

Communication skills

Travel 75%

Strategic thinking

MS Office proficiency

Lead generation

Account management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

CRM software

MS Excel

Job description

Progressive Alloys Steel Unlimited is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth in a defined territory and engage new customers. The role requires significant travel to meet clients and to promote new products, with emphasis on expanding the inside sales pipeline and profitability.

You will report to the Sales Manager and work with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, manage accounts, and maintain a robust database of contacts.