Hunter Business Development Manager - Steel Processing

Kingfisher Recruiting; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingfisher Recruiting is seeking a Business Development Manager for a well-established steel processing and distribution client in the Lordstown, Ohio area. This hunter role emphasizes opening new accounts, building relationships with purchasing and operations leaders, and driving revenue growth.

You will own the sales cycle from prospecting to closing, target new markets, and demonstrate superior service to win competitive opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven success in new business development.
• Experience in steel industry or related manufacturing environments.
• Established network of industry relationships with decision-makers.
• Hunter mentality with initiative and persistence to win new business.
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to develop new business and maintain relationships.

Responsibilities

• Hunt for new business across steel processing, distribution, and manufacturing markets.
• Open doors and win accounts by building relationships with purchasing and operations leaders.
• Capture market share by leveraging service capabilities and value.
• Drive profitable growth through strategies to increase sales volume and expand the customer base.
• Own the sales cycle from prospecting to closing, including pricing negotiations.
• Understand customer needs and tailor solutions to applications and inventory requirements.
• Negotiate deals that balance value with profitability.
• Monitor market trends and competitive activity to identify opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet customer commitments.
• Maintain a active sales pipeline and forecast progress.

Skills

New business development

Hunter mentality

Relationship building

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Kingfisher Recruiting is seeking a Business Development Manager for a well-established steel processing and distribution client in the Lordstown, Ohio area. This hunter role emphasizes opening new accounts, building relationships with purchasing and operations leaders, and driving revenue growth.

You will own the sales cycle from prospecting to closing, target new markets, and demonstrate superior service to win competitive opportunities.