Strategic Business Development Manager Industrial Services

Thorpe Specialty Services Corporation; St. Gabriel (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Thorpe Specialty Services Corporation is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive revenue growth and expand market presence in petrochemical, power, mining, and manufacturing sectors.

You will develop strategic customer relationships, coordinate with Operations, Estimating, and Engineering, and support sustainable growth in refractory, corrosion protection, rubber lining, scaffolding, and related services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent work experience may be considered.
• Experience in business development/sales within industrial services or related environments.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Willingness to travel regularly to customer sites and events.

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities within industrial markets.
• Develop and execute BD strategies aligned with growth objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with customer decision-makers and executives.
• Lead opportunity development from engagement through proposal coordination and contract award.
• Coordinate with Operations, Estimating, Engineering and Safety teams to ensure feasible solutions.
• Utilize CRM and BI tools to improve forecasting, reporting, and strategic planning.
• Provide market feedback to support service line development and staffing strategies.

Skills

Business development

Sales & account management

CRM systems

Analytical thinking

Communication & negotiation

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management

Tools

CRM systems

Reporting tools

Business intelligence platforms

Sales analytics software

Job description

Thorpe Specialty Services Corporation is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive revenue growth and expand market presence in petrochemical, power, mining, and manufacturing sectors.

You will develop strategic customer relationships, coordinate with Operations, Estimating, and Engineering, and support sustainable growth in refractory, corrosion protection, rubber lining, scaffolding, and related services.