Business Development Manager, Millennium and RP Lighting- Builder Channel

Ferguson Enterprises; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferguson Enterprises is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager for the Builder Channel to drive sales growth and build strategic partnerships within the industry. This remote role requires effective communication and collaboration to develop programs generating sales from builders and distributors nationwide, contributing to the growth of our business.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Mental health coverage

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience within builder channel management or sales in manufacturing.
• Proven track record in building partnerships to drive sales growth.
• Strong analytical mentality with excellent problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement builder strategies for revenue growth.
• Build and maintain relationships with channel partners and distributors.
• Analyze market trends to identify new opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Word

Power BI

CRM tools

Job description

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 Millennium Lighting. Together, we can continue to lead the industry and help build our nation’s infrastructure from the ground up. Join our team today.

Business Development Manager, Millennium and RP Lighting- Builder Channel

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manager for our Builder Channel to develop, grow and lead our builder segment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for calling on and developing strategic builder and distributor partnerships, driving sales growth, and ensuring effective profitable programs through various sales channels. Position requires effective communication and high collaboration within the organization. The goal is to develop programs that generate sales from regional builders, custom home builders and national builders.

Location: Remote anywhere in the US. This is National role, but ideally we are looking for someone in Georgia, Florida Texas, Carolinas, or Arizona.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Builder Strategy Development: Develop and implement builder strategies to enhance market penetration and revenue growth. Role will call on builders directly and distributors. Ideal candidate has a long list of established relationships and contacts.
• Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities and target accounts.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with channel partners and distributors.
• Ability to create and develop Partnership programs and agreements that secure long term business arrangements.
• Conduct regular meetings and training sessions to ensure builders and distributors are well-informed about product offerings.
• Sales Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze sales performance metrics across channels by distributors and builders.
• Work with outside sales agencies and regional sales managers to generate customer opportunities with builders and distributors.
• Marketing Collaboration: Collaborate with the marketing team to create promotional materials and campaigns tailored for builder and distributor partners.
• Collaboration within the entire organization with all functional departments including but not limited to Product development, Finance, credit, marketing, customer service and operations on a weekly basis.
• Ensure consistent messaging and branding across all channels.
• Prepare regular reports on channel performance, trends, competitive positioning and budget adherence.
• Implement a category strategy, based on the business needs.
• Review quarterly category business plans based on detailed analysis of previous results and market trends.
• Travel 50% - 60% of time
• Position reports into the Vice President- Residential Sales
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience within builder channel management or sales within the manufacturing industry.
• 5+ years of working with Lighting showrooms and or Electrical distributors.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record of building successful partnerships and driving sales growth.
• Analytical mentality with problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to develop and deliver training and presentations.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Word, Power BI, CRM tools and all other various applications

At Millennium Lighting, 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!

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Pay Range:

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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.

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$6,374.70 - $13,933.70

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Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.

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This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.

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Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

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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 employerF/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information