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POSITION TITLE: Business Development Director
POSITION OBJECTIVE: Responsible for identifying and capitalizing on growth opportunities, developing and implementing strategies to expand Clearfield’s presence in new markets, and driving business development initiatives to support this strategy. This is a sales role that involves strategic planning, business analysis, effective reporting and communication to achieve sales and revenue growth: while building relationships with key stakeholders to enhance the company's competitive position and achieve revenue targets.
Position Responsibilities
Role will have responsibilities that focus on business development within strategic markets, strategic planning, sales and revenue growth, and reporting and communication.
- Develop and execute comprehensive Business development strategies to achieve revenue growth targets.
- Conduct detailed market research and analysis to identify emerging technology, infrastructure trends, business eco-system, evolving customer needs, and competitive dynamics in the landscape.
- Evaluate business potential and recommend strategies to enter an expansion of market segments.
- Collaborate with product managers and marketing departments to support the development of application-based collateral to deliver to target markets.
- Generate new product ideas and initiate the New Product Introduction (NPI) process by providing functional requirements based on market needs and customer feedback.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, and strategic partnerships, alliances,
- Build and manage strong relationships with key stakeholders, partners infrastructure partners, and utilities
- Create and present business proposals, negotiate terms, and close deals.
- Collaborate with senior management to define and establish long-term goals and objectives for market and business development expansion.
- Develop and implement actionable plans to meet strategic objectives that drive long-term company growth.
- Monitor progress and adjust strategies as needed to ensure alignment with company goals
- Drive revenue growth through the acquisition of new clients and drive expansion within existing accounts.
- Direct the development of sales strategies and campaigns to accelerate adoption, increase business share, and profitability.
- Analyze sales pipeline and performance metrics to identify areas of improvement and ensure optimized performance.
- Mentor cross-functional teams, including business development professionals, product management, and marketing professionals by providing guidance and understanding of new trends and business markets.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the team.
- Manage budgets and resources effectively to ensure successful execution of performance and development initiatives.
- Prepare and deliver regular reports and executive-level briefings on business trends, business development performance activities, and strategic recommendations.
- Communicate business insights and strategic recommendations to key stakeholders.
- Represent the organization at industry events and conferences, Summits, and networking events to build brand visibility and foster industry collaboration.
Position Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- Ten years of experience in business development, business strategy, or related roles, with at least three years in a leadership position.
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.
- Proven track record of successful business development and sales achievements.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and clients.
- Proficiency in business analysis tools and techniques, along with CRM software. Epicor experience is a plus.
- Highly motivated and results oriented.
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities
- Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- This role may involve occasional travel (20%) to meet clients, attend industry events, or visit company locations.
- Flexibility in work hours may be required to accommodate different time zones or client schedules.
Benefits For Full Time
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
- 100% company paid Short-term and Long-term disability insurance coverage.
- 100% company paid Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance coverage.
- 100% company paid Business Travel Accident (BTA) insurance.
- 100% company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Additional voluntary benefits are offered.
- 401K plan: Maximum match is 4.5% of the first 6% of contribution.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan:
- Clearfield's Time Off Policy includes Personal Time Off (PTO) beginning at three weeks annually. PTO is accrued on the first of the month starting on day of hire. In addition, nine paid holidays per year.
Salary Information: $140,540 - $180,680 - $216,810; bonus and incentive eligible position. Offers of employment will be extended at a level consistent with the experience and qualifications of the candidate. This information reflects the anticipated salary range for this position at the time of posting. The salary range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from the posting based on various factors such as geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.
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