Business Development Manager - Testing Services

Applied-Technical-Services-LL; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Technical Services, LLC is hiring a results-driven sales professional to generate revenue for its Testing services, focusing on the Northeast Territory. You will identify leads, engage clients, provide demonstrations, and cultivate long-term relationships to secure ongoing business across aerospace, automotive, pharma, and more.

You will travel up to 50% to meet clients, perform field-based engagements, and coordinate with internal teams. ITAR compliance and U.S.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of proactive outside selling experience in testing services, technical sales or related industries.
• Bachelor’s degree, associate degree, or trade certificates preferred, or equivalent experience in professional selling.

Responsibilities

• Identify sales leads and gather client information to achieve growth targets.
• Outside selling to ~150–200 customer locations in the assigned territory.
• Educate clients on ATS services and provide demonstrations.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships and drive revenue growth.
• Utilize CRM and consistently update the database; support events and regional activities.

Skills

Outside selling

CRM proficiency

Communication

Negotiation

Territory management

MS Office

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree or trade certificates

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Applied Technical Services, LLC, is a leading provider of critical testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. The company serves clients across a diverse set of large and stable end markets including manufacturing, power generation, aerospace, medical, and defense. ATS was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Marietta, GA. Today the Company employs nearly 2,100 team members in over 95 locations across the United States.We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven professional responsible for revenue generation and market expansion for our Testing services business. The primary territory will be the Northeast Territory. You will be responsible for driving sales growth by expanding contacts with each assigned customer and selling the core offerings, developing and managing long-term client relationships, and delivering innovative solutions across critical industries including aerospace, automotive, pharmaceuticals, health and life sciences, food and beverage, defense, power generation, chemicals, construction, and pulp & paper.Responsibilities:Identify sales leads and collect pertinent information from clients with responsibility for achieving designated growth targetsProactively engage in outside selling activities with roughly 150 –200 customer locations, expanding relationships within these accounts.Inform clients about ATS services and provide demonstrationsCultivate relationships with existing clients to secure their future businessUtilize customer service and negotiation skills to close dealsUse CRM software and update database regularlySupport industry and Company related events and activities, including but not limited to retailer events/demos, trade shows, training schools, and regional training center activities.Develop mutually beneficial, respectful, and effective relationships with peers to ensure seamless coordination between departments, maximize synergy, and maintain a shared vision, strategy, and focus.3-5 years of proven experience in proactive outside selling, preferably with experience in testing services, technical sales, or related industries, with a strong track record of achieving resultsBachelor’s degree, associate degree, or trade certificates preferred, or equivalent work experience in professional selling in industrial or technical environmentsConduct at least 60% of time in the field engaging with the customers and locations in assigned territoryDemonstrated expertise in technical sales, preferably within critical industriesStrong understanding of technical services and their applications, with the ability to convey complex solutions clearlyFamiliarity with quality, safety, or reliability processes and regulations within relevant industries.Market knowledge of local and geographic dynamics affecting customer needs and buying behaviorsExcellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skillsProficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Able and willing to work necessary hours to meet all project deadlinesAdditional requirements:Ability to travel up to 50%Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving recordWork Conditions:Work is performed primarily in an office environment with regular travel to company offices and client locations within assigned territoryU.S. Persons OnlyA requirement of this position is access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (\"ITAR\"). Accordingly, the company will consider only \"U.S. Persons\" for this position. A \"U.S. Person\" includes (a) U.S. citizens or nationals; (b) U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., \"green card\" holders); (c) persons granted refugee status; or (d) persons granted asylum in the United States. This information is collected solely for purposes of complying with U.S. export control requirements and will not be used to unlawfully discriminate in the hiring process.EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/DisabilityApplied Technical Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.