Senior Business Development Manager, Electrical & Lighting

Union Depot; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Benefits & retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

ABM seeks a Senior Business Development Manager for Electrical & Lighting to grow new accounts and expand existing relationships. You will collaborate with account managers, SMEs, and leadership to craft sales strategies and drive revenue across the territory.

The role owns the end-to-end sales process, develops compelling proposals, and coordinates with cross-functional teams to deliver value to clients. A strong background in facilities services or related sectors is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of related sales experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Salesforce.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within a defined territory.
• Develop growth strategies for existing clients and new accounts.
• Present value-driven solutions and proposals to executives.
• Coordinate with operations and sales teams to fulfill client needs.
• Maintain accurate records of activities in Salesforce.

Skills

Sales

Account management

Communication

Leadership

CRM (Salesforce)

Proposal writing

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Senior Business Development Manager, Electrical & Lighting

Job Description

This position works to find and grow new accounts within a defined territory for ABM which includes Electrical Technical Solutions. This position works with account managers with existing clients as well as finds new companies to grow ABM services. This role works with a team of subject matter experts to develop and implement an effective sales strategy for either an individual or a bundled solution supporting both existing and new accounts. This position owns the project selling process and communicates value to the assigned account manager for existing accounts or works to resolve the new client's issues and is responsible for the orchestration of the sales process.

Pay: $100,000 - $110,000 base + commission + auto allowance

ABM offers a strong base salary, competitive incentive plan, car allowance, paid time off, comprehensive benefits & retirement plans, and more! More importantly, ABM offers an environment that promotes growth and advancement within the organization through talented and caring sales leadership and in-house sales training and development programs to set you up for success today and the future!

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Proactively seek out new business opportunities by conducting cold call activities to perspective customers, calling on current customers, and networking to secure first appointments at with existing building owners at the decision maker level.
• Identify, plan and execute growth strategies and tactics for existing clients.
• Partner with businesses to help coauthor unique and outside-the-box solutions.
• Develop risk-mitigation strategies assist customers in budgeting for future projects by eliminating costly emergency service calls.
• Develop and present pricing options for service and planned maintenance agreements and assist the partners in budgeting for future.
• Benchmark partner's facilities to target inefficiencies to see where they stack up against other businesses in their industry and area.
• Develop and maintain strong business partnerships with the purpose of gaining the client's trust, meeting their objectives, and delivering value added solutions.
• Build financial and life cycle analyses with our tools, to quantify value from the customer's perspective
• Generate and deliver impactful proposals with professional executive level presentations that lead to signed contracts.
• Participate in sales and industry training and converting that training to sales results.
• Coordinate and cooperate with other member of the operations and sales team in the branch location to ensure the customer's needs are achieved.
• Track all sales activities in Salesforce.com.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years of related sales experience required.
• Preferred experience within facilities services or other business solution or service sales direct to end-users.
• Technical expertise or aptitude strongly desired.
• Ability to communicate and present effectively to groups and all levels including executive.
• Leadership of customer engagements along with the desire, ability, and skills to manage the entire sales cycle.
• Proven ability to build relationships with existing clients to maintain present sales and to facilitate add‑on business and services.
• Ability to collaborate with other individuals, departments, and teams.
• Strong ability to write compelling, detailed sales proposals.
• Must be well organized and able to handle multiple proposals and processes simultaneously.
• Motivated to grow professionally, personally, and financially.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce.com (or similar CRM).

About Us

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world's largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, our over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.

ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, education, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue‑chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together.

ABM is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any trait or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including disability and protected veteran status. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888-328-8606. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.

ABM participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E‑Verify program. E‑Verify is an internet‑based system used to electronically confirm employment eligibility.

ABM is a military‑friendly company proudly employing thousands of men and women who have served in the U.S. military. With ABM, you'll have access to a world‑class training program and ample opportunities to use the skills you developed while serving our country. Whether you're looking for a frontline or professional position, you can find post‑military career opportunities across ABM.