Business Development Manager - Jones Stephens (Remote Florida)

Ferguson Enterprises, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 71.000 - 156.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Jones Stephens, a Ferguson brand, seeks a Business Development Manager to drive sales growth in the plumbing and mechanical industry across the Orlando, Kissimmee, Ocala, and Jacksonville markets. Build strong relationships with wholesalers, contractors, and builders, deliver product training, and develop strategic sales plans while managing key accounts.

Travel is required, typically 50–75% within the Florida region.

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years of field sales or business development experience, ideally in construction related industry.
• Familiarity with selling building products, plumbing systems, HVAC components, or related technical goods is highly desirable.
• A solid understanding of contractor, builder, or trade customer dynamics is essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to present complex product solutions clearly, negotiate pricing or contract terms, and close deals.
• Must be comfortable engaging with customers ranging from tradespeople to executives.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the assigned territory (typically 50–75% of the time). This includes site visits, customer meetings, trade shows, and regional events.
• A valid driver’s license and flexibility with working hours are required to support field-based responsibilities

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement a strategic sales plan to drive revenue growth and market share within the assigned region.
• Cultivate strong relationships with key decision-makers among distributors, contractors, builders, and end-users.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through regular communication, site visits, and prompt resolution of issues.
• Act as a trusted advisor to customers by understanding their needs and recommending suitable product solutions.
• Stay informed on market dynamics, competitor activities, and emerging customer needs within the territory.
• Collect and analyze market data to inform pricing, marketing, and product development strategies.
• Provide regular reports and actionable insights to senior management to support strategic planning.
• Work closely with distribution partners and dealers to improve product visibility, availability, and promotional activities.
• Provide sales training, co-develop marketing campaigns, and assist with inventory planning.
• Strengthen partnerships by aligning mutual goals and delivering shared value.
• Consistently meet or exceed sales targets, margin goals, and performance KPIs.
• Maintain an up-to-date sales pipeline and provide accurate forecasts to management using CRM tools.
• Use data-driven approaches to identify growth opportunities and optimize resource allocation within the territory.

Kenntnisse

Field sales

Business development

Verbal and written communication

Negotiation

Jobbeschreibung

Job Posting: We realize that our greatest assets are our best-in-class associates, which is why we’re dedicated to offering limitless opportunities for growth and advancement. We want to help you build a long-lasting career with Jones Stephens. Together, we can continue to lead the industry and help build our nation’s infrastructure from the ground up. Business Development Manager - Jones Stephens (Remote Florida) We’re seeking a Business Development Manager to drive sales growth in the plumbing and mechanical industry by building strong relationships with wholesalers, contractors, and builders. This role involves developing strategic sales plans, delivering product training, and identifying new business opportunities while managing key accounts. If you thrive in face-to-face sales, enjoy fostering partnerships, and want to influence market share, this is your chance to make a big impact.

Location: Ideally we are looking for individuals in the Orlando, Kissimmee, Ocala, Jacksonville Florida markets, but would consider other locations in the area and willing to cover that territory.

Job Responsibilities & Duties

• Develop and implement a strategic sales plan to drive revenue growth and market share within the assigned region. This includes identifying key target accounts, scheduling regular customer visits, and ensuring consistent sales activity across the territory. The role requires balancing short-term sales goals with long-term business development strategies.
• Cultivate strong relationships with key decision-makers among distributors, contractors, builders, and end-users.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through regular communication, site visits, and prompt resolution of issues.
• Act as a trusted advisor to customers by understanding their needs and recommending suitable product solutions.
• Stay informed on market dynamics, competitor activities, and emerging customer needs within the territory.
• Collect and analyze market data to inform pricing, marketing, and product development strategies.
• Provide regular reports and actionable insights to senior management to support strategic planning.
• Work closely with distribution partners and dealers to improve product visibility, availability, and promotional activities.
• Provide sales training, co-develop marketing campaigns, and assist with inventory planning.
• Strengthen partnerships by aligning mutual goals and delivering shared value.
• Consistently meet or exceed sales targets, margin goals, and performance KPIs.
• Maintain an up-to-date sales pipeline and provide accurate forecasts to management using CRM tools.
• Use data-driven approaches to identify growth opportunities and optimize resource allocation within the territory.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of field sales or business development experience, ideally in construction related industry.
• Familiarity with selling building products, plumbing systems, HVAC components, or related technical goods is highly desirable.
• A solid understanding of contractor, builder, or trade customer dynamics is essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to present complex product solutions clearly, negotiate pricing or contract terms, and close deals.
• Must be comfortable engaging with customers ranging from tradespeople to executives.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the assigned territory (typically 50–75% of the time). This includes site visits, customer meetings, trade shows, and regional events.
• A valid driver’s license and flexibility with working hours are required to support field-based responsibilities

At Jones Stephens, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!

Pay Range

- Actual pay rate may vary depending upon location. The estimated pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on a candidate’s qualifications and prior experience.

• $6,374.70 - $13,933.70
• Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.
• This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.
• Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.

Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information

Jones Stephens is a leader of rough plumbing products with a strong brand built on providing 30 years of innovation for professional contractors. Known for delivering high-quality, reliable products and world‑class service, Jones Stephens provides the broadest selection of plumbing products from repair and installation products to tools and leading-edge innovations. Our mission is simple. Provide maximum value and the highest quality products for plumbing and gas applications. Our associates are the foundation of everything we do and are critical to delivering a world-class experience to our customer partners. We focus on attracting, growing, and retaining the best people in the industry. And with continuous training and development opportunities, our associates are well-equipped to provide unrivaled service to our customer partners. Jones Stephens has more than 500,000 sq. ft. in distribution centers strategically located in Central Alabama and Southern California. The abundance of distribution space allows us to inventory over 20,0000 SKUs to provide the right, high-quality products our customers need when they need them. With our exceptional associates and distinct competencies in service, sourcing and product development, and a distribution network that spans the United States, we’re adequately equipped to fulfill our mission. Jones Stephens’ competencies, along with our extensive product offering, allow us to say with confidence, “We Got It”.