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New Business Development Manager
Description
Our Company
Larson-Juhl US LLC, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway; designs, manufactures, and distributes framing products in the United States and Canada. The company offers wood and metal moulding, matboard, foam board, glass, equipment, and other framing supplies to retail framing customers. As the world's leading manufacturer and distributor of custom framing products, Larson-Juhl has a rich tradition of caring for our customers and our team members.
We are a company committed to our Values:
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Customer always comes first.
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Fair and honest in all dealings.
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Respect for the individual.
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Excellence in products and service.
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Rewards tie to performance.
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Leadership by example.
Our Opportunity
This position works closely with the Business Development Manager to identify opportunities within the framework of the business development strategy. Responsible for identifying, evaluating, and managing new business opportunities and marketing initiatives. Manages nation-wide promotion and direction of sales channel. Reports to Business Development Manager.
Key Qualifications
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Works with the Business Development Manager to identify key targets for opportunities to create or further develop current business channels
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Secures relationships with new customers and leverage relationships with current clients
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Creates and proposes framework for new or developing programs and projects
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Closes and executes plans for new and current customers
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Manages relationships with new and current customers
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Motivates internal/support team members to assist with business projects and programs as needed
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Assist with other business development initiatives as defined by the Manager of Business Development.
Our Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree from a four year college or university.
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Minimum of 5-7 years of experience preferred
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Ability to think strategically and creatively to bring a fresh perspective
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Highly developed analytical skills, detail oriented, organized
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Must be able to work independently
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Strong ability to influence buying decisions and negotiate effectively to bring about win-win solutions
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Highly motivated with a track record of success in a similar position
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Ability to travel as needed for meetings, trade shows, and customer/sales manager interaction
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Strong computer skills, specifically Excel and Word.
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Leadership style in keeping with the Larson-Juhl values: customer always comes first, fair and honest in all dealings, respect for the individual, excellence in products and service, rewards tie to performance, leadership by example.
Larson-Juhl provides team members with rewarding career opportunities and a comprehensive benefits program, including:
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Health, life, and dental insurance
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A company matched 401(k) plan
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Short and long-term disability coverage
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Paid vacations, paid personal time and paid holidays
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A scholarship program, educational assistance and profit sharing.
Join Us - Apply online and become part of our great team!
Larson-Juhl is proud to be an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in our employment practices on any basis protected by federal, state or local law including race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation.
We perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background verification checks.
No agencies please.
Have questions? Contact our recruiting team directly @ 1.866.748.8722
We are excited to partner with the HR Professionals at Instigate, Inc. to manage our recruitment efforts for this opening. All responses will be processed promptly on behalf of our hiring team by Instigate's TalentAssist - Recruitment Process Management Services. Please submit your resumes, applications or questions directly to Instigate for consideration. Thank you for your interest in joining our team.
