Business Development Manager
Stratford, TX - USA
Job Summary
At JBT Marelwhat we do matters we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business.
Ourpurposeis to transform the future of food; this guides ourvisionof being the global leader in food and beverage technology by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation.
Ourvaluesshow who we are at our best. As we Create with Collaboration Serve with Integrity Grow with Excellence and Advance with Innovation.
As our Business Development Manager you will pursue and develop account opportunities while driving the development of customers. This role involves owning account relationships ensuring trusted customer interactions and serving as the site-level face of JBT Marel.
The Business Development Manager will focus on driving sales and ensuring ongoing engagement and networking to foster long-term customer loyalty and satisfaction. As well as manage the relationship with customers to identify new opportunities.
Day to Day Activities:
- Managing the relationship with customers to identify new opportunities
- Proactively creating new leads / opportunities by following up with potential and existing customers
- Managing opportunity pipeline of territory and ensure it is continuously filled
- Ensuring continuous engagement and networking to keep customers informed about new product introductions industry trends and best practices end market insights etc.
Sales Process
Own the end-to-end sales process and drive coordination with all involved stakeholders :
- Proactive identification of opportunities (incl. feasibility assessment)
- Definition of scope budget timeline etc.
- Preparation and negotiation of quote until contract closure
- Maintains customer interactions virtually in person and at tradeshows
Account Development
- Strong motivation to approach customers and create opportunities/leads
- Ability to show value-add to customers resilience in converting opportunities into sales
- Experience in strategic account planning able to develop and implement strategies for growth and retention across customer segments
- Quick understanding of customer demands
- Ability to understand market trends and make recommendations even with incomplete information
- Good food processing knowledge and key equipment process knowledge
Interaction & Interpersonal Skills
- Experience in customer management with strong negotiation and influencing skills
- Strong relationship management experience highly motivated in driving commercial value by customer engagement
- Strong interpersonal skills capable of communicating with customers across seniority levels
Must Have:
- Bachelors degree in a related discipline (e.g. marketing business) or related field required.
- 5 years experience in sales customer service or account management
- Experience in food processing or industrial goods manufacturing
- Experience in Capital Equipment sales in food industry
Nice to Have:
- Process/Applications experience
We are committed to our employeesand will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work at home and in your community.
We foster a genuine inclusive team culture enjoyingcollaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects.
We encourage development- ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT Marelto feed your growth!
Benefits:JBT Marel offers benefits on day 1 of your employment. Including: Medical Dental life insurance short-term and long-term disability family leave vision coverage and a matched 401(k) plan.
Commitment to Diversity:Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success. A thoughtful focused and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice but also a business imperative.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity age disability veteran status citizenship or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws. At JBT Marel we apply this policy to all our employment practices including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation benefits and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications merit and business needs at the time. JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process please contact JBT Marel at .
Use of Technology in Our Hiring Process
JBT Marel uses technology-assisted tools including artificial intelligence (AI) to support the review of applications. These tools help our recruiting teamsidentifyskills and experience relevant to the role based on job-related criteria. All applications are reviewed by people and AI is not used to make hiring decisions independently. We are committed to fairconsistentand inclusive hiring practices globally.
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Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Marel is full-line supplier of innovative solutions, services and software for the poultry, meat and fish processing industries, alongside alternative proteins, pet food and aqua feed.