Business Development Manager

Company Description The Audio Business Division of Electro-Voice Dynacord LLC is headquartered in Burnsville, Minnesota. Our product segments include Critical Communications Systems, Pro Sound, and Public Address & Conferencing. With our premium brands: Dynacord, Electro-Voice, RTS and Telex, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions that shape the future of sound. At KEENFINITY, we are a globally leading provider of innovative and professional security and communication solutions. With over 4,200 employees in over 50 countries worldwide, our ambition is clear: we offer more than just technology – we secure, connect, and amplify the moments that matter in life. Next to our passion for technology we’re very passionate about our work environment. Based on values such as trust, appreciation, and accountability we all work together to shape the future – boldly, customer-focused and with a strong team spirit. Job Description Join our Growth Team at ElectroVoice Dynacord! This Is not a Sales Job. It is a Growth Mission! This role is about creating and building markets. You will not inherit a territory; you will be empowered to go and create one! We are expanding into entirely new markets for Professional Audio Technology, and we're looking for Business Development Managers who are willing to challenge conventional thinking and redefine how business gets done. You will identify untapped industries, create demand from the ground up, and introduce world-class audio solutions into markets such as golf & leisure, hybrid workplaces, higher education, healthcare, hospitality, and smart. buildings, and emerging commercial environments. We are looking for relentless competitors who are energized by the challenge of creating opportunities, pioneering into new verticals and segments! People who thrive while facing adversity, who see obstacles as puzzles to solve, and who refuse to accept average results. This is not a role for someone who simply wants to hit quotas. This is for someone who wants to build something meaningful, earn without limits, and leave a lasting impact on a growing company. **Qualified candidates must be located near a major metro airport for frequent (up to 50%) travel as needed. About the Opportunity - What You'll Do! Build Markets from Scratch! Find opportunities others overlook. Open doors that have never been opened. Develop new verticals and establish our presence where competitors are not focused today. Sell Complete Solutions! Understand customer challenges and position integrated professional audio solutions that deliver measurable business outcomes. This is not transactional selling—it is solution selling! Challenge the Status Quo! We are not looking for someone who simply follows our playbook. We are looking for someone who will challenge it, bring new ideas, and experiment with new outreach strategies. Build Relationships That Create Momentum Become the trusted resource customers call first. Develop executive-level relationships with consultants, architects, AV integrators, IT leaders, influencers, designers, and end users. Own Your Pipeline Prospect relentlessly. Generate demand and create opportunities. Navigate complex sales cycles and close new business. Help Shape the Future The insights you bring from the field will directly influence our products, go-to-market strategy, and expansion into new industries. Who Thrives Here? This role is built for people who: Ideal candidates will enjoy building relationships across multi-level stakeholders and solving complex business problems and selling complete solutions. You will connect technologies, stakeholders, and business outcomes into one compelling conversation, have relentless energy every day and are fiercely competitive and genuinely want to outperform! Qualifications Job Qualifications and What We're Looking For: Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or communications; or 1-3 years of equivalent experience in professional sales with proven sales results. Effective communication skills including the ability to negotiate, active listening, and rapport-building. Ability to learn complex technical solutions and communicate business value. Familiarity with CRM systems, social media, and sales tools. Must have goal-oriented mindset, be innovate and challenge conventional approaches. Ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment, and willingness to adapt. Believe motivation and technical skills are essential. Believe that extraordinary effort produces extraordinary results. Want to build a career—not just have a job. Innate desire and strong interest in prospecting and building a book of business. Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong desire to build something. Creative prospecting skills across digital, social, networking, and traditional channels. Highly organized with disciplined follow-through. Comfortable operating with autonomy and accountability. Coachable, curious, and constantly looking for ways to improve. Ability to work onsite in Burnsville, MN; while this role is absolutely being with prospects and future partners, there will be times when presence in our office will be required. Requires visual acuity to view a computer monitor and read documents, as well as the ability to communicate clearly in person and through digital platforms. Ability to maintain focus and productivity in a typical office environment with standard noise levels and ergonomic equipment. Additional Information This role offers a competitive base salary of $65,000–$75,000, along with unlimited commission potential designed to reward high performance. Our Business Development team has the opportunity to directly impact their earnings through business growth and results. At 100% attainment, on-target earnings (OTE) range from $130,000–$150,000, with the potential to earn significantly more for those who exceed their goals. Within the range, individual pay is determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, work experience and job knowledge, complexity of the role, job location, etc. Reasonable accommodations may be made, to the extent they do not pose an undue hardship, to enable qualified individuals with covered disabilities to perform essential functions. Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available. All of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. At Keenfinity we don’t just build innovative solutions — we shape a smarter, more connected world through technology. We value different backgrounds, ideas, and experiences and we’re committed to growing, learning, and celebrating success as one team. Everyone is welcome here — we foster an environment where everyone is respected, valued, and encouraged to be their authentic self. Keenfinity is an equal opportunity employer, offering equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and can offer support, if needed. When everyone has a chance to contribute, we all do better.