Director of Business Development

eNetwork Supply; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

eNetwork Supply in Skokie, IL seeks a Director of Business Development to drive growth across telecommunications, data and IT sectors. You will lead strategic initiatives, build lasting client relationships, and close major contracts while expanding new markets and managing a robust pipeline.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in telecom/data/IT sales and business development, excels at communication and negotiation, and can commute to Skokie, IL 60077.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or comparable relevant experience.
• 10+ years of experience in telecommunications, data, and IT sales.
• 10+ years of business development experience.
• Demonstrated history of producing positive sales results through meaningful, long-term customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Build strategic relationships with organizations across the telecommunications, IT, cable, and data center industries.
• Develop and execute strategies to pursue and secure contracts with government agencies.
• Identify and develop new business through targeted campaigns, trade shows, outbound prospecting, and other business development channels.
• Build and manage a strong lead-generation and sales pipeline.
• Manage B2B prospects through phone and email while responding to inbound opportunities and conducting outbound campaigns.
• Prepare, present, and close customer proposals.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans with defined goals and targets.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and sales activity within the CRM.

Skills

Sales leadership

Relationship building

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

eNetwork Supply | Skokie, IL 60077 | Full-Time, In Person

Compensation: $90,000-$100,000+ annually, plus commission

About eNetwork Supply

eNetwork Supply is a provider of new and pre-owned equipment serving the telecommunications, cable, IT, phone, and data center industries.

We are seeking an experienced Director of Business Development to join our team in Skokie, Illinois. This is an opportunity for an accomplished business development and sales professional to build strategic relationships, develop new markets, expand existing accounts, and contribute directly to company growth.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in telecommunications, data, and IT sales, a strong record of developing lasting customer relationships and the ability to build and execute strategic sales plans.

What You'll Do

Business Development & Sales

• Build strategic relationships with organizations across the telecommunications, IT, cable, and data center industries.
• Develop and execute strategies to pursue and secure contracts with government agencies.
• Identify and develop new business through targeted campaigns, trade shows, outbound prospecting, and other business development channels.
• Build and manage a strong lead-generation and sales pipeline.
• Manage B2B prospects through phone and email while responding to inbound opportunities and conducting outbound campaigns.
• Prepare, present, and close customer proposals.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans with defined goals and targets.

Client Relationships & Account Growth

• Build and nurture long-term relationships with new and existing customers.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic business partner to clients.
• Understand customer objectives, challenges, and pain points.
• Identify opportunities for upselling, cross-selling, and solution expansion.
• Partner with account teams to qualify and win new opportunities.
• Monitor industry products, market developments, and competitive trends.
• Analyze market opportunities and competitive activity to help adapt business development strategies.
• Support and develop direct marketing campaigns.
• Bring creative, original ideas to business development and customer engagement strategies.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and sales activity within the CRM.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or comparable relevant experience.
• 10+ years of experience in telecommunications, data, and IT sales, including secondary and new telecom parts sales.
• 10+ years of business development experience.
• Demonstrated history of producing positive sales results through meaningful, long-term customer relationships.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM tools.
• Ability to commute to Skokie, IL 60077.
• $90,000-$100,000+ annual base compensation
• Commission pay
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8-hour shift

Employment Type: Full-time

We're committed to making our hiring process as smooth and timely as possible, and we understand that waiting to hear back can add to the anticipation. If you're a potential fit, our team will reach out within two weeks to progress you to the next stage. If you don't hear from us in that time, we encourage you to explore other opportunities with our team in the future and we wish you the very best in your job search.

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