Strategic Growth & Partnerships Lead

Wesco; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

Wesco is seeking a results‑driven business development professional to grow our Chicago presence. You will identify and win opportunities, expand existing relationships, and drive profitability across multiple product lines and markets.

Lead strategic outreach, negotiate with key decision makers, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver customer value and align with Wesco objectives. This role is hybrid with significant travel expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; 5+ years related experience required
• Experience in financial analysis, sales, and negotiations
• Knowledge of Wesco's lines, markets, and competitors desirable

Responsibilities

• Identifies, evaluates, and develops new business opportunities to expand profitability.
• Retains and expands existing relationships, product lines or market segments.
• Oversees development and research to identify new markets and opportunities and increase market share.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Financial analysis

Negotiation

Business development

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Wesco is seeking a results‑driven business development professional to grow our Chicago presence. You will identify and win opportunities, expand existing relationships, and drive profitability across multiple product lines and markets.

Lead strategic outreach, negotiate with key decision makers, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver customer value and align with Wesco objectives. This role is hybrid with significant travel expectations.