Business Development Coordinator

Grace Technologies; Davenport (IA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Grace Technologies is seeking a Business Development Coordinator to drive growth and engage with customers in Davenport, IA. This role involves owning opportunities from initial engagement to closing sales while collaborating with team members and channel partners.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree, relevant experience in industrial sales, and strong communication skills. The position includes 25–50% travel for customer visits and industry events, and offers great exposure to innovative technologies.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in industrial sales, business development, or customer-facing technical roles.
• Experience working with CRM systems and sales tools.
• Proactive, self-motivated approach to achieving goals.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive opportunities through the sales process.
• Convert leads into qualified opportunities.
• Build relationships with customers through calls and email campaigns.
• Deliver product demonstrations and sales presentations.
• Explore new approaches to customer engagement and lead generation.

Skills

Strong communication and presentation skills

Ability to understand technical products and applications

Organizational skills

Customer engagement strategies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field

Tools

HubSpot CRM

LinkedIn Sales Navigator

Job description

About Grace

You’ll be joining Grace Technologies, a global leader in electrical safety and predictive maintenance. We pioneered Permanent Electrical Safety Devices (PESDs) and created GracePort®, the industry-standard panel interface connection that allows technicians to work more safely without opening energized electrical enclosures. Our solutions also include voltage indicators, test points, lockout/tagout, GraceSense™ predictive maintenance for real-time equipment condition monitoring, and Proxxi wearable safety technology—protecting people and equipment in more than 60 countries.

Description

Business Development Coordinator

Davenport, IA

Drive Growth. Build Relationships. Make an Impact.

This is more than a sales support role. You'll be on the front lines of business growth—engaging customers, identifying new opportunities, supporting channel partners, and helping manufacturers solve real-world challenges with innovative industrial technologies.

What You’ll Do

You will own and drive opportunities from initial engagement through the sales process while working closely with customers, distributors, manufacturer representatives, and internal teams.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Converting leads generated from trade shows, events, marketing campaigns, and inbound inquiries into qualified opportunities
• Building relationships with new and existing customers through outbound calls, email campaigns, and social selling strategies
• Leveraging HubSpot CRM and LinkedIn Sales Navigator to identify prospects and expand engagement
• Understanding customer applications, uncovering challenges, and recommending technical solutions
• Coordinating with manufacturer representatives and distribution partners to advance opportunities and accelerate sales growth
• Delivering product demonstrations, sales presentations, and application support both virtually and in personTraining channel partners on products, applications, and sales strategies
• Representing Grace Technologies at industry trade shows, customer events, and networking opportunities
• Continuously exploring new approaches to customer engagement, lead generation, and business development

What Makes This Role Different

This position offers a unique blend of business development, technical sales, and customer engagement.

You won’t be confined to a desk making cold calls. You’ll collaborate directly with customers, travel within your territory, participate in industry events, and help shape growth strategies that have a measurable impact on the business.

You’ll Gain Exposure To

• Industrial automation
• Electrical safety technologies
• Manufacturing operations
• Distribution and channel sales
• Technical solution selling
• Strategic account development

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent technical experience) preferred
• 2+ years of experience in industrial sales, business development, inside sales, or customer-facing technical roles
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to understand technical products and applications
• Experience working with CRM systems and sales toolsStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously
• A proactive, self‑motivated approach to achieving goals

Travel

This role includes approximately 25–50% travel for customer visits, distributor engagement, industry events, and trade shows, including participation in the annual Rockwell Automation Fair.

Why Join Grace Technologies?

At Grace Technologies, you’ll join a team that values innovation, collaboration, customer focus, and continuous improvement. You’ll have the opportunity to work with industry‑leading technologies, build meaningful customer relationships, and directly influence company growth.

Most importantly, you’ll be part of an organization where your ideas, initiative, and results can create real impact—and where your career can continue to grow alongside the business.

EEO Statement

Grace Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.