Business Development Manager

Echo Incorporated; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

Paid PTO

5% 401K match

Company car

Commission and bonus

Job summary

ECHO Incorporated, a leader in outdoor power equipment, seeks an experienced Business Development Manager to grow our Southern and Southwest California presence. You will support dealers, manage inventory sell-through, deliver product and sales training, and coordinate promotions while ensuring top-tier customer service.

This role offers a base salary of $70,000–$80,000 with uncapped monthly commission and quarterly bonuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, or equivalent work experience may be accepted.
• Dealership and/or retail sales experience is a plus.
• Ability to deal with complex and challenging situations.
• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work within set timelines.
• Establish priorities, set objectives, and adjust as needed to achieve goals.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Extensive travel is required within the territory.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional image in all representations of ECHO.
• Operate the sales territory as an independent business unit.
• Oversee all aspects of account management, including sales, receivables, and personal expenses, aligning with company objectives.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of sales programs, business practices, and competitive landscapes to effectively drive sales.
• Maintain accurate and confidential dealer files and records.
• Drive sales of both existing and new product lines to dealers.
• Ensure strong brand representation and proper placement of all products within dealer networks.
• Monitor dealer inventories and support sell-through efforts.
• Assist dealers with advertising, promotions, and in-store displays, including setup, fulfillment, merchandising, and maintenance.
• Maintain regular communication with all dealer partners via in-person visits, email, and phone.
• Conduct dealer assessments to ensure they represent company brands effectively.
• Serve as a primary resource for dealer partners on all represented brands.

Skills

Sales experience

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Goal setting

Valid driver’s license

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, or equivalent

Job description

ECHO Incorporated is an industry leader in developing and manufacturing high-performance, professional-grade, handheld outdoor power equipment. With distributors and thousands of dealers across North and South America, ECHO is constantly anticipating the future of the outdoor power equipment industry and the need for environmental sustainability. Working for ECHO means joining a team of people who are committed to collaboration, innovation, creativity, and high-quality products that make us a globally competitive brand.

ECHO is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive growth and expand market presence throughout Southern and Southwest California.

The Business Development Manager will support dealers by facilitating inventory sell-through, delivering product and sales training, providing post-sale assistance, setting up retail displays, coordinating special sales events, and ensuring top-tier customer service. This position offers a base salary of $70,000 - $80,000 with uncapped monthly commission and quarterly bonuses!

ECHO’s benefits include:

• 11 paid holidays
• Extremely affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid PTO
• 5% 401K match
• Company car
• Commission and bonus

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Maintain a professional image in all representations of ECHO.
• Operate the sales territory as an independent business unit.
• Oversee all aspects of account management, including sales, receivables, and personal expenses, aligning with company objectives.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of sales programs, business practices, and competitive landscapes to effectively drive sales.
• Maintain accurate and confidential dealer files and records.
• Drive sales of both existing and new product lines to dealers.
• Ensure strong brand representation and proper placement of all products within dealer networks.
• Monitor dealer inventories and support sell-through efforts.
• Assist dealers with advertising, promotions, and in-store displays, including setup, fulfillment, merchandising, and maintenance.
• Maintain regular communication with all dealer partners via in-person visits, email, and phone.
• Conduct dealer assessments to ensure they represent company brands effectively.
• Serve as a primary resource for dealer partners on all represented brands.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, or equivalent work experience may be accepted.
• Dealership and/or retail sales experience a plus.
• Ability to deal with complex and challenging situations.
• Organizational skills and an ability to prioritize work, within set timelines.
• Establish priorities, set objectives, and adjust as needed to achieve goals.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Extensive travel is required within the territory.

Travel:up to 75% domestically.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants.

E-Verification:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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