Specialist I, Business Development

Shure Incorporated; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 57,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audio equipment company is seeking a Business Development Specialist I to support strategic growth initiatives from the Phoenix area. The role involves training, market research, and customer engagement. Applicants need a Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of experience in audio principles. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered, along with opportunities for travel and professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare

Mental health plans

Retirement savings plans

Generous paid time off

Employee discounts

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of experience with audio principles and equipment.
• Ability to interpret and apply procedures to routine challenges.
• Demonstrate detail-oriented and well-organized attributes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing education programs to increase awareness.
• Identify and prioritize market leads and opportunities.
• Schedule and conduct training sessions for sales representatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Time management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field

Job description

Specialist I, Business Development

We are seeking a Business Development Specialist I to expand our reach and impact across the Rocky Mountain region. In this role, you'll support strategic growth initiatives, collaborate with independent sales reps, and engage directly with customers.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on, field-based role and is excited to make a real difference in a globally respected audio brand. This position will be remote from Phoenix, AZ or Denver, CO area!

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing and executing education programs and presentations to increase awareness and understanding of the benefits of Shure's product categories.
• Identify, research, evaluate, and prioritize market leads and opportunities to reach potential customers outside of Shure's current revenue stream.
• Schedule, coordinate, and conduct training sessions to educate independent sales representatives and dealers on product benefits and sales techniques.
• Arrange technical and logistical support for conferences, seminars, clinics, and other special events.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of education/training efforts in all markets.
• Monitor online forums as assigned and report on items of interest to Shure.
• Provide support to Product Planners and Product Marketing Specialists on product lines.
• Monitor and report on competitive activity, both from a product and market development standpoint.
• Assist with developing, through outside partners, multimedia education tools to supplement face-to-face efforts.
• Manage inventory of demo equipment and loaner stock.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of experience with a basic knowledge of audio principles and equipment.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• Demonstrate the ability to interpret and apply procedures to address routine challenges.
• Follow established guidelines and best practices to analyze information and make sound decisions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Up to 20 weeks of travel annually - including some weekends - is required.
• Detail-oriented and well-organized; good time management skills.

Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Shure will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

Shure is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible work environment. We offer a competitive compensation structure, award-winning benefits package, and opportunities for professional development.

PAY TRANSPARENCY: The base salary for this position ranges from $57,000 to $96,000. This position may also be eligible for our incentive pay program, which varies based on individual and Company performance in the year.

WE GOT YOU - Our Benefits: At Shure, we prioritize the well-being of our Associates. We offer comprehensive healthcare, mental health and retirement savings plans, generous paid time off programs, employee discounts, professional development opportunities, work-life balance initiatives, employee recognition programs, and volunteering/community involvement opportunities.