Job Posting: Ferguson is currently seeking an individual to fill an immediate need for a Business Development Manager to drive our HVAC business.
Responsibilities- Partner with HVAC business group leadership and Regional Directors to develop and implement business plans for HVAC products
- Conduct research and analysis of business opportunities, consistent with the organization's long range and strategic plans
- Evaluate future geographic expansion opportunities and measure success of new market entry
- Collaborate on execution plans for markets in alignment with HVAC strategy
- Planning and preparation of business proposals and make recommendations to senior management
- Work closely with Ferguson's National Accounts and local teams to assist in driving growth
- Act as liaison between Category Management and the branches / field
- Partner with Category Management to evaluate and select vendors, expand current offerings and continuously evaluate channel options
- Lead all aspects of the development of key projects and is accountable for the successful closure of business deals
- Responsible for the overall development, implementation and progress of strategic business targets
- Develop new processes to meet project needs, and for designing projects to suit the financial and operating criteria of a project
- Prepare documents and materials (for example, reports, presentations, information packages) for meetings and discussions with potential clients and business partners so that the information provided is accurate and appropriate for external distribution
- Maintain contact with the key decision makers internally and externally
- May assist with special analysis in areas such as operational efficiency, market penetration and profitability
Qualifications- 5 years' of business development experience is preferred, 10 years' industry experience in HVAC products is strongly preferred
- Bachelor's Degree, however, equivalent work experience will also be considered
- Proven track record of attaining maximum sales results through successful interaction with established customers and new prospects
- Passion for excellent customer service and a strive to exceed sales targets
- Outstanding negotiating, problem solving, and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills
- Good eye for business and high integrity
- Ability to make effective presentations and project recommendations
- Valid driver's license required, role requires regular travel to customer HQ or jobsite locations as well as participation in customer/vendor lunch and learn sessions as well as customer events or trade shows
- Proficient use of technology to drive business results, ability to adjust and ramp up on new software programs quickly (Microsoft Office 365, Power BI, Salesforce CRM, Oracle ERP, etc.)
At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!
Pay Range:$6,056.10 - $13,236.30
Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.
Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.
