BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Full-Time / Rocky River, OH
ROLE SUMMARY
The Business Development Manager is responsible for developing and executing sales and business development strategies to drive revenue, market share, and new client acquisition. This role involves identifying and engaging prospective clients, leading sales outreach, building a robust sales pipeline, and fostering strategic relationships with key stakeholders to promote long-term growth and client retention.
JOB FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and execute effective business development strategies that align with the vision and business plan of RBR
Prospect, research, and contact leads that fit the ideal client profile
Execute on outbound outreach to targeted businesses and business leaders, including the C-suite and human resources
Set, participate, and lead sales meetings and presentations with prospective clients
Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline
Maintain accurate records of sales activities in company systems (HubSpot and Crelate)
Develop strategic, long-term relationships with clients and business partners to foster growth and retention
Build trust with key stakeholders via effective communication and professionalism
Effectively problem solve and work through client issues utilizing a holistic and consultative approach by presenting solutions that represent the value proposition of RBR
Participate in networking meetings and events with Centers of Influence (COIs) and community leaders with a goal of multiplying the reach and awareness of RBR
Maintain active involvement in at least one business-oriented organization (i.e. chambers, economic development, etc.), with any applicable dues paid for by RBR
Stay up to date on on industry/market information and trends
Demonstrate leadership by championing company culture and spearheading special projects and other company initiatives
Participate in weekly internal meetings to report on pipeline, forecasting and more
Exceed outlined KPIs and goals on an ongoing basis
REQUIREMENTS
3+ years of experience in recruiting and/or recruitment sales
Experience maintaining and utilizing a CRM system (HubSpot experience preferred)
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Experience and/or existing relationship network in manufacturing or heavy industrial sectors preferred
Personality!
Hunter profile who is highly organized, innovative, motivated and flexible
Able to work independently and decisively, as well as in a team environment
OUR TEAM
Rust Belt Recruiting has defined five core values that summarize the ethos of the team that we are striving to achieve. We expect our team members to have integrity above all else, possess an impact-oriented mindset, always produce work with the highest quality standard, have personality, and be solution-oriented.
BENEFITS / WHY US?
Competitive base salary plus performance-based commission structure
Hybrid work environment with an open PTO policy
99% employer-paid health, dental, life and vision insurance
401k with company match
Opportunity to be a part of a fast-paced, energetic, entrepreneurial culture with a passion for reviving the region
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