International Business Development Associate – Fast Track

Csidesigns; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Internal career advancement

Team lunches

Job summary

Central States Industrial (CSI) in Springfield, MO, seeks a Business Development Associate – International to join our international sales team. This entry-level role develops future leaders through hands-on experience in international customer engagement, lead qualification, and sales development.

You’ll be the first contact for international opportunities—working across time zones, qualifying new business, coordinating with internal teams, and supporting the transition of opportunities into

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Industrial Technology, Engineering, Marketing, or related field preferred.
• Previous customer service, inside sales, business development, or account management experience preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial equipment, food processing, pharmaceutical, or related industries is a plus.
• Understanding of estimating, engineering support, or process equipment applications is beneficial.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Experience using CRM or ERP systems is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage inbound and web-generated international sales leads from initial contact through qualification.
• Engage prospective international customers through phone, email, and virtual meetings to identify opportunities and build relationships.
• Execute proactive outbound prospecting and follow-up activities to expand CSI's international customer base.
• Coordinate with Customer Service, Estimating & Design, Purchasing, Accounting, and Marketing to ensure timely customer support and project execution.
• Support international transactions by coordinating export documentation, logistics, shipping requirements, and payment terms.
• Maintain disciplined pipeline management, CRM activity, and lead follow-up in accordance with CSI sales standards.
• Collaborate with the International Business Development Leader to develop sales strategies and transition qualified opportunities for long-term account ownership.
• Monitor customer activity, market trends, and competitor information while providing feedback to leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Inside sales

Business development

Account management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering/Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM/ERP systems

Job description

Central States Industrial (CSI) in Springfield, MO, seeks a Business Development Associate – International to join our international sales team. This entry-level role develops future leaders through hands-on experience in international customer engagement, lead qualification, and sales development.

You’ll be the first contact for international opportunities—working across time zones, qualifying new business, coordinating with internal teams, and supporting the transition of opportunities into