GP Strategies

Business Development Manager

GP Strategies • $100K — $120K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Troy, MI
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proven success selling complex solutions to large enterprise organizations
  • Experience in Manufacturing, Energy, Power, Automotive, or other industrial sectors
  • Strong track record managing long sales cycles with multiple stakeholders
  • Skilled in engaging executive and C-suite audiences
  • Consultative selling approach focused on delivering measurable outcomes
  • Strong collaborative and leadership skills

Responsibilities

  • Identify, qualify, and close new enterprise business opportunities
  • Develop and maintain a robust sales pipeline through proactive prospecting and networking
  • Own the full sales cycle from discovery to contract execution
  • Build trusted relationships with executive and C-suite stakeholders
  • Conduct consultative discovery conversations to understand client challenges
  • Expand existing client relationships through value-based selling strategies
  • Collaborate with internal teams to develop compelling solutions

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package with uncapped commission
  • Opportunities for career advancement within a global organization
  • Ongoing learning and professional development
  • Access to industry-leading sales and business development tools
Full Job Description
Job Description

GP Strategies is seeking a high-performing Enterprise Account Executive to drive new business growth and expand strategic relationships across key industry sectors. This role is responsible for identifying opportunities, developing executive-level relationships, and positioning GP Strategies' learning, talent, and workforce transformation solutions with enterprise customers.

This is a consultative sales role for someone who thrives in complex environments and enjoys solving business challenges. You'll lead the full sales cycle from prospecting through close, partnering with internal experts to develop solutions that create measurable value for clients.

What You'll Do
  • Identify, qualify, and close new enterprise business opportunities across targeted industries
  • Develop and maintain a robust pipeline through proactive prospecting, networking, and strategic channel partner relationships
  • Own the full sales cycle, from initial discovery through proposal development, negotiation, and contract execution
  • Build trusted relationships with executive and C-suite stakeholders across client organizations
  • Conduct consultative discovery conversations to understand business challenges and identify opportunities for performance improvement and transformation
  • Expand existing client relationships through value-based selling, cross-selling, and strategic account growth
  • Collaborate with internal solution leaders, delivery teams, and subject matter experts to scope, price, and develop compelling client solutions
  • Maintain accurate pipeline visibility, sales forecasts, and account activity within CRM systems
  • Consistently meet or exceed annual revenue and business development targets
  • Stay informed on industry trends, competitive activity, and evolving customer needs


What Makes You a Great Fit
  • Proven success selling complex solutions into large enterprise organizations
  • Experience supporting clients in Manufacturing, Energy, Power, Automotive, or other industrial sectors
  • Strong track record managing long sales cycles with multiple stakeholders and decision-makers
  • Skilled at engaging executive and C-suite audiences and communicating business value
  • Consultative selling approach focused on solving business challenges and delivering measurable outcomes
  • Commercially minded with a passion for growing accounts and creating long-term client partnerships
  • Naturally curious and comfortable spending time in operational environments to understand customer needs firsthand
  • Strong collaboration and leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams in a matrixed organization
  • Exceptional communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities

Perks & Growth
  • Competitive compensation package with uncapped commission and performance-based incentives
  • Opportunities for career advancement within a global organization
  • Ongoing learning, professional development, and career growth opportunities
  • Access to industry-leading sales and business development tools, including LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, and HubSpot

Why This Role Matters

This role directly contributes to GP Strategies' growth and market expansion. By helping organizations solve critical workforce, learning, and performance challenges, you'll create lasting client partnerships while influencing business transformation initiatives across some of the world's leading companies.

Why This Role is Exciting
  • Work with Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 organizations
  • Partner with industry-leading clients on strategic business initiatives
  • Join a collaborative, high-energy, results-driven team
  • Influence complex sales pursuits from strategy through execution
  • Play a key role in driving the continued growth of a global leader in talent, learning, and workforce transformation solutions


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About GP Strategies

GP Strategies Corporation is a provider of training, consulting, and engineering services to the corporate and government sectors. The company's offerings include training and development programs, leadership development, and engineering services. The company was founded in 1959 and is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland. The company's customers include major corporations, government agencies, and educational institutions. The company operates in North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. The company is also involved in the development of advanced technology solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense and other government agencies.
Learn more about GP Strategies
Size
4,343 employees
Market Cap
$363.7 million
Industry
Net Income
$7 million
Founded
1959
5 Year Trend
-0.7%
Revenue
$473.1 million
NASDAQ

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