New Business Development Manager (Retail/Branded Env exp req)

[Remote] New Business Development Manager (Retail/Branded Env exp req)
Location: Remote, must reside in Northeast or Midwest (Chicago) region
Salary: $75,000-$90,000 + Uncapped Graduated Commission + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Travel: Significant travel to prospective clients and trade shows
Sponsorship is not available

[Remote] New Business Development Manager (Retail/Branded Env exp req) Description

Our client is looking for a New Business Development Manager to drive strategic growth across the Northeast or Midwest (Chicago) region. Reporting to the President, you will identify, prospect, and open new accounts for a leading manufacturer of custom retail fixtures, branded environments, POP/POS displays, and experiential marketing solutions — selling to brands and retailers across consumer goods, electronics, health and beauty, sporting goods, and specialty retail. To be considered, you must have a proven track record in business development, consultative sales, and managing complex sales cycles. This is a true hunter role - if you are entrepreneurial, relationship-driven, and enjoy building from scratch, this may be the role for you. This is a great opportunity to join a company that has delivered innovative solutions to some of the world’s most recognized brands for over 40 years.

[Remote] New Business Development Manager (Retail/Branded Env exp req) Responsibilities

• Identify, prospect, and develop new business opportunities within your territory
  • Build and deliver strategic business development plans to achieve revenue/growth objectives
  • Develop relationships with key decision-makers at prospective brands and retailers
  • Lead the full sales cycle from prospecting through proposal, negotiation, and contract close
  • Collaborate with internal design, engineering, and PM teams on customized client solutions
  • Prepare and deliver presentations, proposals, and sales strategies
  • Maintain an active sales pipeline and forecast opportunities using CRM tools
  • Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities
  • Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging industry opportunities
  • Consistently achieve or exceed established sales goals

[Remote] New Business Development Manager (Retail/Branded Env exp req) Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in business development, strategic sales, or consultative sales required
  • 5+ years experience in retail activations, branded environments, custom fixtures required
  • Experience cold calling and building book of business from scratch required
  • Experience managing complex sales cycles and client relationships required
  • Strong presentation, negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency with CRM tool for pipeline management required