Business Development Representative - Infrastructure - Food & Beverage Industry

A Hiring Company; Cincinnati (OH); Remote; USD 75,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the sealing solutions industry seeks a Business Development Representative focused on the Food & Beverage sector. This remote role involves developing business strategies, managing customer relationships, and driving market growth. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in B2B sales and technical expertise, thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

401(k) with Company Contribution

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Income Protection

Life Insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Career development opportunities

Education and tuition reimbursement

Flexible or hybrid schedules

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in B2B sales; technical and/or project sales preferred.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify growth markets and develop strategic plans.
• Build relationships with key decision-makers.
• Manage sales pipeline and ensure opportunities are pushed through.

Skills

Negotiation

Presentation

Communication

Analytical

Organizational

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Suite

CRM software

Job description

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Roxtec Inc. (www.roxtec.com) is the world's largest manufacturer of module-based cable and pipe seals. A market leader in creativity and design, Roxtec manufactures complete sealing solutions for cable and pipe penetrations, which raise the quality, safety and flexibility in working environments. Founded in 1990, Roxtec has become one of the most rapidly growing companies of its kind, averaging 30% annual growth over the past 10 years.

Position: Business Development Representative

Focus Area: Advanced Facilities - Food & Beverage Industry

We are seeking an experienced Business Development Representative for the Infrastructure Industry. This position will focus on the development of our business within the Advanced Facilities Segment, focusing on the Food & Beverage Industry. This is a technical sales role, which is responsible for managing a large territory, as well as developing a loyal customer base in the United States. The ideal candidate is flexible, enjoys change, has a strong customer focus, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Roxtec Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Roxtec International AB, located in Sweden.

Job Summary

The Business Development Representative will be responsible for leading all aspects of business development strategy for multiple industry verticals. This remote position will play a key role in future business generation by identifying and developing new business opportunities that will focus on increasing our market share with both new and existing customers.

Essential Job Functions

• Identify growth markets, research business requirements, and develop and execute a comprehensive strategic plan to capture market share with newly identified and existing customers
• Organize and execute a multi-faceted sales plan to effectively make direct contact with prospects
• Build effective and collaborative relationships with key decision-makers within the prospective organizations
• Work with national marketing resources to develop effective, targeted go-to-market plans for different sub-segments
• In partnership with marketing, execute events and other outreach campaigns in order to identify and engage targets, and build the Roxtec brand in the marketplace
• Understand the short- and long-term needs and challenges of prospective accounts and how Roxtec's solutions can address those issues.
• Participate with a team of peers, and other sales and marketing professionals in the pursuit process that moves prospects through all stages of the sales process.
• Develop and negotiate competitive pricing strategies
• Effectively manage all opportunities to ensure they are properly pushed through the sales pipeline
• Collaborate with leadership to develop business development targets, goals and strategies
• Establish strong networking relationships with key decision makers at multiple levels of the customers, industry organizations, and key business partners
• Serve as a consultant to leaders, project participants, and customers
• Build a sales pipeline sufficient to capture annual top line growth target
• Develop and maintain awareness of trends within the industry, attending sales, trade, and product learning meetings
• Define sales potential, prepare budgets, maintain sales tracking and other required administrative reporting
• Provide technical presentations and product installation training to a wide range of audiences
• Utilize CRM software as the primary tool to manage day-to-day sales activities (including pre-call plans, detailed contact management, quotations, communications/email tracking, project management, etc.)
• Work cooperatively with peers and other internal departments, keeping key individuals informed to assure positive customer relations are maintained
• Maintain awareness of Roxtec's internal policy and the Roxtec Core Values in regard to the daily work

Description:

Roxtec Inc. (www.roxtec.com) is the world's largest manufacturer of module-based cable and pipe seals. A market leader in creativity and design, Roxtec manufactures complete sealing solutions for cable and pipe penetrations, which raise the quality, safety and flexibility in working environments. Founded in 1990, Roxtec has become one of the most rapidly growing companies of its kind, averaging 30% annual growth over the past 10 years.

Position: Business Development Representative

Segment: Infrastructure

Focus Area: Advanced Facilities - Food & Beverage Industry

We are seeking an experienced Business Development Representative for the Infrastructure Industry. This position will focus on the development of our business within the Advanced Facilities Segment, focusing on the Food & Beverage Industry. This is a technical sales role, which is responsible for managing a large territory, as well as developing a loyal customer base in the United States. The ideal candidate is flexible, enjoys change, has a strong customer focus, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Roxtec Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Roxtec International AB, located in Sweden.

Job Summary

The Business Development Representative will be responsible for leading all aspects of business development strategy for multiple industry verticals. This remote position will play a key role in future business generation by identifying and developing new business opportunities that will focus on increasing our market share with both new and existing customers.

Essential Job Functions

• Identify growth markets, research business requirements, and develop and execute a comprehensive strategic plan to capture market share with newly identified and existing customers
• Organize and execute a multi-faceted sales plan to effectively make direct contact with prospects
• Build effective and collaborative relationships with key decision-makers within the prospective organizations
• Work with national marketing resources to develop effective, targeted go-to-market plans for different sub-segments
• In partnership with marketing, execute events and other outreach campaigns in order to identify and engage targets, and build the Roxtec brand in the marketplace
• Understand the short- and long-term needs and challenges of prospective accounts and how Roxtec's solutions can address those issues.
• Participate with a team of peers, and other sales and marketing professionals in the pursuit process that moves prospects through all stages of the sales process.
• Develop and negotiate competitive pricing strategies
• Effectively manage all opportunities to ensure they are properly pushed through the sales pipeline
• Collaborate with leadership to develop business development targets, goals and strategies
• Establish strong networking relationships with key decision makers at multiple levels of the customers, industry organizations, and key business partners
• Serve as a consultant to leaders, project participants, and customers
• Build a sales pipeline sufficient to capture annual top line growth target
• Develop and maintain awareness of trends within the industry, attending sales, trade, and product learning meetings
• Define sales potential, prepare budgets, maintain sales tracking and other required administrative reporting
• Provide technical presentations and product installation training to a wide range of audiences
• Utilize CRM software as the primary tool to manage day-to-day sales activities (including pre-call plans, detailed contact management, quotations, communications/email tracking, project management, etc.)
• Work cooperatively with peers and other internal departments, keeping key individuals informed to assure positive customer relations are maintained
• Maintain awareness of Roxtec's internal policy and the Roxtec Core Values in regard to the daily work

Requirements:

Requirements

• Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally up to 60%
• Knowledgeable and proficient in the Microsoft Suite of products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Adhere to the principles of Value Added Selling and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Strategies
• Proficient in time and travel management
• Possess strong negotiation and presentation skills
• Exceptional experience leading complex sales processes that involve multiple team members and decision makers
• Strong communication, presentation, analytical and organizational skills
• Experience and involvement with industry associations and/or non-profit groups is preferred
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field or comparable work experience
• 3 years of experience in B2B sales; technical and/or project sales preferred

Physical Requirements

• Required to wear PPE as needed
• This is designated as a safety sensitive position

Physical Demands (reasonable accommodations may be made, if necessary):

Physical Abilities

• Stand - Frequently
• Walk - Frequently
• Sit - Continuously
• Climb – N/A
• Crawl - N/A
• Squat or Kneel - Occasionally
• Bend - Occasionally
• Fine Manipulation - Occasionally
• Reach Outward - Occasionally
• Reach Above Shoulder – Occasionally
• Work in confined spaces - Occasionally
• Travel by car, air, or other means of public transportation - Frequently

Lift /Carry

• 10 lbs or less - Occasionally
• 11-20 lbs - Occasionally
• 21-50 lbs - Occasionally

Push / Pull

• 10 lbs or less - Occasionally
• 10-20 lbs - Occasionally
• 20-50 lbs - Occasionally

N/A (Not Applicable) - Activity is not applicable to this occupation

Occasionally - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (.25 - 2.5 hrs/day)

Frequently - Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)

Continuously – Occupation requires this activity more that 67% of the time

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

BenefitsIn addition to our competitive compensation package, Roxtec offers the following benefits:

• 401(k) with Company Contribution – Includes immediate vesting
• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Income Protection – Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD
• Life Insurance – Company-paid coverage for added peace of mind
• Paid holidays, vacation, personal days, and wellness hours based on position
• Career development opportunities
• Education and tuition reimbursement programs available
• Flexible or hybrid schedules based on position

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.
Roxtec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Business Content

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