Location: Buffalo, MN
Company: Hire Standard Staffing
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service. Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Business Development Director to lead our expansion efforts in the outdoor decoration market. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving business growth, managing key accounts, and overseeing a dedicated sales team.
Responsibilities: Strategic Business Development: Develop and execute strategic initiatives to expand our market presence and achieve a minimum of 10% growth on the Northern Lights account base. Identify and pursue new business opportunities within municipalities, shopping centers, and citizen groups. Customer Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key clients,
including municipalities and shopping centers. Collaborate with the sales team to ensure effective communication and responsiveness to client needs. Sales Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a sales team responsible for customer outreach, prospecting, and order management.
Set performance targets, monitor progress, and provide guidance to ensure the team meets or exceeds sales goals. Market Analysis and Differentiation: Conduct thorough market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive threats. Leverage industry knowledge to differentiate our products and services, especially in comparison to key competitors. Collaboration and Coordination: Work closely with customer service,
marketing, and New Product Development (NPD) teams to ensure seamless collaboration across departments.
Provide valuable input to marketing strategies and assist in the development of new products. Qualifications: Proven experience in business development within the outdoor decoration industry. Strong leadership skills, with a track record of effectively managing small teams. Expertise in analyzing pricing and promotions to drive sales growth. Industry experience in outdoor decoration or related fields. Proficient in using tech tools such as Salesforce, Excel, Pardot, and MS Office. Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
great place to build your career - while having a BLAST doing it! No Experience? That's OK! We will pay you to learn what it takes to be a successful selling associate at Becker. Training pay can vary based on previous experience; up to $20/hr. Successful, trained selling associates average over $26/hr!
Go on, tell me more: As a Furniture & Design Consultant you will connect and collaborate with guests and provide them with solutions to fit their furniture needs. You will be their trusted advisor throughout the furniture buying experience. Besides Great Pay, You Will Find a Difference at Becker: A Team-Lead Culture - each store is led by a strong group of aligned leaders; working together
to build a positive team and culture. Along with a fun, winning attitude! Flexible Schedule - At Becker, we believe that work/life balance is one of the keys to success at home and work.
With a standard 5 day work week and a 4 day work week option for outstanding performance, your schedule can fit your life. We reward exceptional associates with LESS hours, not MORE! Tons of Opportunities - We give you easy to use, customized technology to help manage your client network. You'll also be surrounded by a supportive management team who will help you achieve your goals by giving one-on-one coaching, ongoing training and mentorship! Your career is your destiny! Advancement opportunities and
certifications can open up even more potential! What does it take?
Required qualifications: Positive, upbeat attitude Professional appearance Excellent communication skills and follow up Ability to work nights and weekends Pre-employment screening includes, but isn't limited to, drug screen and criminal background check Nice-to-have qualifications: Some sales experience An eye for design The Benefits - Paid Training Paid Time Off Medical, Dental, Life Insurance 401(k) with company matching Employee assistance program Career development and advancement opportunities Furniture & Accessory Discounts #BFMP Job Posted by Applicant Pro
