Business Development Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Business Development Manager

Forecast Sales Inc. is seeking a motivated and results-driven Business Development Manager to grow sales of our Pirate Brand® sandblasting equipment and supplies. Pirate Brand sandblasting pots and equipment are proudly manufactured at our facility in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Forecast Sales Inc. is a manufacturing wholesaler serving an established network of distributors and OEM manufacturers throughout the United States. This position offers a competitive base salary plus commission structure and provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to the growth of a respected industrial equipment brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and strengthen relationships with our existing distributor network.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the abrasive blasting and industrial markets.
• Maintain accurate customer and sales activity information within the company CRM system.
• Conduct virtual meetings and product presentations using Microsoft Teams.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support customer needs and drive sales growth.
• Work onsite at our Indianapolis, Indiana facility.
• Travel as needed (typically two weeks or less per year).

Qualifications

Preferred Experience

• Experience in the abrasive blasting or sandblasting industry.
• Background in pneumatics and compressed air systems.
• Industrial sales experience with distributors, manufacturers, or OEMs.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to understand technical products.

Required Skills

• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and general computer applications.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with a proven ability to meet sales objectives.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus commission. Base $35,000 plus uncapped commission. Expected first-year compensation is $75,000 - $115,000.00 for successful performers.
• Opportunity to represent a U.S.-manufactured industrial product line.
• Established distributor network and customer base.
• Stable manufacturing environment with growth potential.
• 401K with discretionary company match
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays

Location: Indianapolis, IN (Onsite)

Forecast Sales, located on the east side of Indianapolis, was founded in 1978 as a manufacturer and wholesaler of sandblasting equipment and related products. In addition to sandblasting equipment and supplies Forecast Sales has state-of-the-art engineering and metal fabrication capabilities available to both internal and external customers. We don't sponsor visas and only hire those who are currently able to work in the USA.

Company Description

Forecast Sales, located on the east side of Indianapolis, was founded in 1978 as a manufacturer and wholesaler of sandblasting equipment and related products. In addition to sandblasting equipment and supplies Forecast Sales has state-of-the-art engineering and metal fabrication capabilities available to both internal and external customers. We don't sponsor visas and only hire those who are currently able to work in the USA.