Senior Manager - Business Development (AMI & Grid Automation)

Wesco; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Wesco seeks a technically minded, relationship-driven Senior Manager - Business Development to drive AMI and Grid Automation growth across TX, OK, AR, and LA. You will lead research, analyze opportunities, and align with sales and finance to expand product lines and markets.

You will develop business plans to generate revenue, monitor growth, and strengthen Wesco’s competitive position, while managing a team and communicating milestones to executive leadership.

Qualifications

• 8+ years required of experience directly related to position.
• 8+ years required of financial analysis, sales, negotiation.
• Knowledge of industry including suppliers, customers, and competitors.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong business analysis, financial modeling, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees development and research activities to build on Company strengths, identifies potential new markets and opportunities, increases market share and strengthens Wesco’s competitive position.
• Represents Wesco in identifying, evaluating, and negotiating acquisitions, partnerships, alliances, joint ventures, and start-ups in current and new business.
• Finds, calculates, and documents cost savings related to direct spend, indirect spend and value add services programs.
• Creates and implements account business development activities including product gap identification, account discovery process, and complete organization engagement.
• Manages a team of experienced Business Development employees and/or supervisors or manages large, complex support, production or operations team(s).
• Establishes annual goals and priorities for achievement of operational results created by business development and passed to the sales team.
• Accountable for the revenue target performance and profitability results of a collective team.
• Regularly produce, review, and submit required documentation and reports required by Finance and management on the status of the ongoing business including forecasting future performance.

Skills

Communication

Financial analysis

Negotiation

Relationship building

Opportunity spotting

Financial modeling

Industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Business Administration

High School Diploma

Job description

Wesco is seeking a technically minded, relationship-driven business development leader to support the growth of our Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and Grid Automation business across Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana. As the Senior Manager - Business Development, you will manage research, analyze, and develop new business opportunities in conjunction with sales and financial objectives. You will be responsible for creating effective business plans to generate revenue, increase product lines, expand into new markets, and improve customer satisfaction. You will analyze and monitor business growth and decline, as well as provide possible solutions and new ways to strengthen the Company's competitive position within the industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversees development and research activities to build on Company strengths, identifies potential new markets and business opportunities, increases market share, and strengthens Wesco’s competitive position within the industry.
• Represents Wesco in identifying, evaluating, and negotiating acquisitions, partnerships, alliances, joint ventures, and start‑ups in current and new business.
• Finds, calculates, and documents cost savings related to direct spend, indirect spend and value add services programs.
• Creates and implements account business development activities including product gap identification, account discovery process, and complete organization engagement.
• Manages a team of experienced professional Business Development employees and/or supervisors or manages large, complex support, production or operations team(s) or manages a business process/project.
• Establishes annual goals and priorities for achievement of operational results created by business development and passed to the sales team.
• Accountable for the revenue target performance and profitability results of a collective team.
• Regularly produce, review, and submit required documentation and reports required by Finance and management on the status of the ongoing business including forecasting future performance.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or Equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration preferred.
• 8+ years required of experience directly related to position.
• 8+ years required of financial analysis, sales, negotiation.
• Knowledge of industry including suppliers, customers, and competitors.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong business analysis, financial modeling, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to initiate and develop relationships with key decision makers inside and outside company.
• Ability to spot new business opportunities and quickly evaluate opportunities.
• Ability to analyze financial and operational data, statements, and projections.
• Ability to identify and cultivate external resources.
• Ability to establish relationships of trust.
• Ability to solve difficult, technical, or complex problems; analyzes and investigates complex problems and devises solutions.
• Ability to adapt plans and priorities to address resources and operational challenges within a fast-paced environment.
• 10+ years preferred of experience directly related to position.
• 10+ years preferred of financial analysis, sales, negotiation.
• Knowledge of Wesco’s existing business lines, strengths and challenges preferred.
• Ability to accurately recognize when additional company resources are required.
• Ability to travel 50% - 75%

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This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements. For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan.

In addition, Wesco offers a benefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here.

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on. Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive. Learn more about Working at Wesco here and apply online today! Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company. Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.