Business Development Manager - Offsite-California

Turck, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); Remote; USD 145,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive sales of innovative solutions in the industrial automation sector. This role emphasizes building strong customer relationships and providing tailored solutions to meet specific application needs. With a focus on high-margin sales and the introduction of new products, you will leverage your technical expertise and field experience to support customers across key territories. Join a collaborative team that values your contributions and offers enriching career growth opportunities while enjoying a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience in industrial automation or 10 years in sales.
• Strong technical sales background with Fieldbus Technology products.

Responsibilities

• Focus on sales and technical support for Fieldbus Technology products.
• Travel to customers to demo products and close business deals.
• Assist in forecasting and sales planning for new products.

Skills

Sales Support

Technical Sales

Fieldbus Technology

Customer Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Technical Degree

Job description

Business Development Manager - Offsite-California - Offsite-California, Minneapolis, MN, US

March 11, 2025

Salary Range: $145,000.00 To $174,000.00 Annually

Overview

Turck has a reputation for high quality sensors, distributed I/O, and connectivity solutions. Responding to the expanding needs of our customers, Turck’s offering has grown to include identification, safety barriers, isolators, machine safety, industrial controls, and system solutions. We dedicate ourselves to finding the optimal engineered solution for every application, no matter the challenge. With manufacturing sites in Germany, Switzerland, the USA, Mexico, and China -- all using the most up to date processes -- Turck makes sure that you get what you need, when you need it, wherever you may be.

At Turck, we are a growing and global team. In addition to great perks and challenging work assignments, we invest in our people with enriching career growth opportunities. We believe in a friendly and collaborative environment with open lines of communication.

Job Summary

As a Business Development Manager, you will work with local customers to solve application problems and to specify the most optimal Turck solution. You’ll focus efforts on significant Turck opportunities with an emphasis on unique solutions and high dollar/high margin sales while introducing, presenting, training and promoting Turck primarily in territory US02 (northern California and Nevada) and lend support to other West Coast territories when needed. Your field experience will assist you as you propose new products for development.

What will you do?

• Focus on sales and technical support for Fieldbus Technology products
• Identify and promote other Turck product offerings when they are discovered
• Lead the technical sales effort to specify products for significant projects and/or OEM business
• Contribute to the successful rollout of new products
• Travel to customers to demo, start up, resolve issues and close business
• Calculate costing and pricing of products and services to win business at a sustainable margin
• Assist others in becoming better at selling/understanding our products
• Identify and suggest new products, modifications, line expansion and accessories that are needed to grow in specific markets
• Supply application stories/examples to expand company knowledge base
• Assist in forecasting and sales planning

What will you bring to the table?

Bachelor’s degree (technical degree preferred) and a minimum of two years of experience working in a related position for an industrial automation company OR ten years of sales and technical experience.

The Business Development Manager will maintain a home office in the California bay area. This position requires local auto travel as needed (approximately 2-3 days/week) and travel to the factory for sales meetings, to conduct seminars, and to attend team meetings and training (approximately 2-3 times per year).

What we offer

As a Turck employee, you will be eligible to participate in Turck‘s comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, and other well-being offerings, as well as a 401(k)-retirement savings plan. Receive a competitive salary and an amazing benefits package as you grow your career at Turck. The estimated annual salary for this role is between $145,000 - $174,000.

It is the policy of Turck to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.