Business Development Manager- Central CT Territory

Caesarstone • Norwood, MA

4d • $70,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

In your role as a Business Development Manager for Caesarstone, your responsibilities will be centered around driving revenue growth and fostering strong relationships with key customers. You'll need to demonstrate a keen interest in boosting sales, a personal drive for success, and a commitment to achieving your goals, all while maintaining a strong focus on delivering exceptional customer service.
Role would require focus in the Connecticut territory and ideal candidate should be based out of Central CT.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid current state driver license
• +3 Years proven sales experience, business development, or account management experience in a similar role.
• A track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets while maintaining a customer-centric approach.
• Proficient in negotiating contracts, pricing, and terms to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport and trust with customers and internal teams.
• Ability to analyze market trends, identify opportunities, and devise effective sales strategies.
• Strong ability to manage time efficiently, prioritize tasks, and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Respond promptly to internal and external customer needs; respond to requests for service and assistance and meet commitments.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders demonstrating company values.
• Must be comfortable with using technology applications, specifically experience with MS Excel and CRM or SalesForce applications.

Nice To Haves

• Experience within the building materials, interior design, or construction industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as the intermediary between the company and various stakeholders such as stone fabricators, architects and designers, kitchen and bath retailers, builders, general contractors, and stone suppliers within your designated territory.
• Drive revenue growth and foster strong relationships with key customers. Demonstrate a keen interest in boosting sales and a personal drive for success.
• Commit to achieving goals while maintaining a focus on exceptional customer service.
• Develop effective customer account plans, manage existing accounts, and identify new business prospects.
• Utilize sales and business development expertise to represent a brand renowned for industry excellence.
• Manage and nurture existing accounts for long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships.
• Understand each customer's unique needs, preferences, and project requirements.
• Provide tailored solutions based on customer insights.
• Maintain open communication with your Sales Manager.
• Provide regular input on all account activity, including status and call reports.
• Utilize CRM for customer tracking, maintaining, analyzing, and managing customer requirements.
• Maintain existing customer relationships and develop new ones.
• Network to grow market share through customer visits and product knowledge presentation sessions.
• Develop and execute comprehensive customer/sales plans for business growth.
• Prospect, identify, and pursue new sales opportunities in the premium countertop market.
• Conduct market research to identify potential customers and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified leads.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.
• Collaborate with the sales team and management to align strategies with overall company goals.
• Become an expert on the premium countertop product range.
• Articulate product value propositions persuasively to customers.
• Skillfully negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with customers.
• Effectively close sales deals to meet and exceed quarterly and annual targets.
• Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and market dynamics.
• Utilize knowledge to refine sales strategies and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
• Maintain accurate customer relationship records in CRM and present performance metrics to the management team.
• Collaborate with Order Fulfillment team and Operations and logistics for high-level customer service.
• Attend industry events, trade shows, and membership associations to maintain product and industry knowledge.
• Networking and building a strong network within the industry can open doors to new opportunities and partnerships.

Benefits

• Base salary range between $70,000 - $80,000 (based on experience), plus bonus / commission opportunity based on customer growth
• Company car and fuel card (outside sales position).
• Internal ongoing educational/training opportunities, coaching and mentorship
• Comprehensive benefit package which includes: medical, dental and vision insurance, employer-paid basic life insurance, AD&D and short-term disability, plus insurances such as short-term Disability and Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, and Critical Illness
• An Employee Assistance Program for you or your dependents
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) Retirement plan (with employer match)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed