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About the job

Our client is a global manufacturing company specializing in precision cutting tools and custom-engineered machining solutions for the automotive, aerospace , and other industrial manufacturing sectors.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive new business growth throughout the Central U.S. region.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cutting tools, technical sales, and machining applications, along with a proven ability to identify new business opportunities, develop customer relationships, and deliver value-added solutions.

This is a remote, territory-based position requiring up to 50% travel. Territory includes Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Texas.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement sales plans to achieve annual sales targets within the assigned territory.

Identify and pursue new business opportunities with manufacturing customers.

Build strong customer relationships and identify solutions to their machining challenges.

Present and demonstrate value-added cutting-tool solutions effectively.

Partner with customers to understand technical requirements and recommend appropriate products and applications.

Coordinate with internal engineering, sales, and technical support teams to resolve customer challenges.

Serve as the link between customers and internal teams to ensure delivery, performance, and design questions are addressed promptly.

Provide guidance and training on the proper use and application of cutting-tool solutions or coordinate appropriate technical support.

Identify customer issues, communicate findings, and proactively recommend improvements.

Support new customers through initial orders before transitioning ongoing account management to the responsible Sales Engineer.

Manage territory activities independently, prioritizing customer visits and new business opportunities.