Americas BD Leader: Growth, Strategy & Coaching

Ampelmann Operations; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Pension plan (401K)

Health insurance

Unlimited vacation days

Working from Home policy

Ampelmann Academy

Job summary

Ampelmann Operations is seeking an Area Manager Business Development AC in Houston to lead commercial efforts across North, Central and South America. You will generate leads, negotiate contracts, and drive revenue while coaching a regional team and coordinating with Operations and staff departments.

You will also open new markets, manage the sales funnel and budget, and ensure effective CRM use, reporting to the BD Director in the Netherlands.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience in commercial, technical, or project management roles.
• 5+ years in leading teams within commercial, technical, or project management roles.
• Proven track record in business development, customer relationship management, and contracting.
• Budgeting, forecasting, margin management, and P&L accountability.
• Excellent English communications, Spanish or Portuguese a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach the Business Development team across the Americas, focusing on commercial growth and personal development.
• Drive new business opportunities and contribute directly to revenue and pipeline expansion.
• Develop and implement the Business Development strategy within your region, and translate it into clear, actionable steps.
• Facilitate cross‑functional collaboration with Operations, Finance and Legal.
• Monitor KPIs such as revenue growth and pipeline using CRM data.

Skills

Team leadership

Business development

Contracting & negotiating

Budgeting & P&L

English communications

Travel willingness

Education

BSc/MSc in technical studies

Tools

CRM administration

Job description

Ampelmann Operations is seeking an Area Manager Business Development AC in Houston to lead commercial efforts across North, Central and South America. You will generate leads, negotiate contracts, and drive revenue while coaching a regional team and coordinating with Operations and staff departments.

You will also open new markets, manage the sales funnel and budget, and ensure effective CRM use, reporting to the BD Director in the Netherlands.