Business Development Manager - Aerospace & Defense Tooling - Waltonen

Waltonen Engineering is actively seeking a Business Development Manager to join our team! We are looking for individuals with a proven network of contacts or clients within the aerospace, defense, and government industries. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales, preferably with experience in tooling sales, and possess excellent communication and relationship-building skills. 
 

Responsibilities

• Build, grow, and leverage a diverse client base beyond the automotive sector, focusing on industries such as Aerospace, Defense, Government, and Energy.
• Utilize your network to identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Drive sales growth through proactive engagement with customer contacts.
• Develop tailored sales strategies to meet client needs and exceed sales targets.
• Prepare and present compelling responses to RFPs, RFIs, and unsolicited proposals. 
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure proposals are comprehensive and competitive.
• Develop and implement strategic account and market segment plans to achieve company revenue goals.
• Track and report on sales performance metrics.
• Represent Waltonen Engineering at industry trade shows and events.
• Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant sales experience.
• Established network of contacts outside the automotive industry, such as in aerospace, defense, government, etc.
• Preferred experience in the aerospace or defense tooling industry.
• Superior sales ability, management skills, and leadership qualities
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Financial, business planning, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
• Ability to work independently and complete duties and projects with little direct supervision
• Expertise in Microsoft Suite, CRM, and social media tools 
• A willingness to travel as necessary

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Vacation and Holiday pay
• Employer matching 401K
• Hybrid work schedule after 90 days for eligible positions
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Programs (FSAs)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Additional Voluntary Benefit Programs
• Off-site company events & Employee Luncheons

Who are we?

Waltonen Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital status, weight, height, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.

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