Business Development Executive

VS Technology Global; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

VST America Inc. in Dallas is seeking a Business Development Executive to drive growth across the United States in a technical B2B environment. This early-career role (0–5 years) offers hands-on sales experience, market expansion, and close collaboration with sales and technical teams.

You will travel 15–30% domestically, build long-term relationships, prepare quotations, and support commercial discussions while maintaining records in Salesforce.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a commercial field or equivalent.
• 0–5 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel 15–30% within the U.S.
• Fluent English communication required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new opportunities across the U.S. (calls, emails, exhibitions).
• Map potential accounts through market research.
• Maintain relationships with existing customers and support commercial discussions.
• Prepare quotations and coordinate with technical teams to deliver solutions.
• Track opportunities and ensure timely follow-up; act as first contact for inquiries.
• Maintain Salesforce records and assist with reporting and sales materials.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree (commercial or equivalent)

Job description

Are you ready to launch or expand your career in sales?

We're looking for a driven and curious Business Development Executive to join our growing team in Dallas. If you're early in your career (0-5 years experience) and eager to learn, develop, and make real impact - this could be your opportunity and we want to hear from you!

Role Overview

As a Business Development Executive at VST America Inc., you will support the company's growth across the United States. This role combines business development, account management, and market research within a highly technical B2B environment. Working closely with the existing sales and technical team, you will develop new opportunities, support existing accounts, and expand into new markets. Based in our Dallas office, you will also have the opportunity to travel throughout the United States to visit both new and existing customers, gaining valuable face-to-face sales experience while building long-term relationships. This role offers hands-on national sales exposure and the opportunity to grow within a fast-paced, international organization.

About us

VS Technology is a Japanese manufacturer of precision lenses for the machine vision industry. Our Dallas office supports customers across North and South America and is part of the global VST Group headquartered in Tokyo.

We operate in a highly technical, international environment where collaboration, adaptability, and initiative are key.

About you

You are an early-career professional (0-5 years experience preferred) looking to build a long-term career in sales and business development.

You may have gained initial experience through internships, customer service, inside sales, or analytical roles. Prior technical knowledge is not required, but an interest in technology or industrial markets is an advantage.

You are:

• Based in or willing to relocate to Dallas
• Commercially minded and curious about technical products
• Proactive, resilient, and target-driven
• Comfortable reaching out to new contacts
• Professional in communication
• Motivated to learn and grow in a small, dynamic team

Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to)

Business Development & Market Expansion

• Identify and pursue new opportunities across the U.S. (calls, emails, exhibitions)
• Conduct market research and map potential accounts

Account Management

• Maintain relationships with existing customers
• Prepare quotations and support commercial discussions
• Track opportunities and ensure timely follow-up
• Act as first point of contact for inquiries
• Coordinate with technical teams to deliver solutions
• Maintain accurate records in Salesforce
• Support reporting, forecasting, and sales materials
• Work closely with colleagues in Dallas, Chicago, and international offices
• Represent VST America at trade fairs and customer events

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (commercial or equivalent)
• 0-5 years of relevant experience preferred
• Willingness to travel (15-30% within the U.S.)
• Fluent in English (additional languages are a plus)

Hiring Process

Our hiring process is designed to be transparent and efficient, while giving both you and our team the opportunity to get to know each other.

• In-person interview including short candidate presentation
• 2nd in-person interview
• Offer, reference check, and contract signing