Business Development Manager

[Remote] New Business Development Manager (Retail/Branded Env exp req) Location: Remote, must reside in Northeast or Midwest (Chicago) region Salary: $75,000-$90,000 + Uncapped Graduated Commission + Benefits Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, Life, EAP + More Job Type: Full-Time Start Date: ASAP Travel: Daytime travel to prospective clients; limited overnights (~10%) Sponsorship is not available [Remote] New Business Development Manager (Retail/Branded Env exp req) Description Our client is looking for a New Business Development Manager to drive strategic growth across the Northeast or Midwest (Chicago) region. Reporting to the President, you will identify, prospect, and open new accounts for a leading manufacturer of custom retail fixtures, branded environments, POP/POS displays, and experiential marketing solutions — selling to brands and retailers across consumer goods, electronics, health and beauty, sporting goods, and specialty retail. To be considered, you must have a proven track record in business development, consultative sales, and managing complex sales cycles. This is a true hunter role - if you are entrepreneurial, relationship-driven, and enjoy building from scratch, this may be the role for you. This is a great opportunity to join a company that has delivered innovative solutions to some of the world’s most recognized brands for over 40 years. [Remote] New Business Development Manager (Retail/Branded Env exp req) Responsibilities • Identify, prospect, and develop new business opportunities within your territory • Build and deliver strategic business development plans to achieve revenue/growth objectives • Develop relationships with key decision-makers at prospective brands and retailers • Lead the full sales cycle from prospecting through proposal, negotiation, and contract close • Collaborate with internal design, engineering, and PM teams on customized client solutions • Prepare and deliver presentations, proposals, and sales strategies • Maintain an active sales pipeline and forecast opportunities using CRM tools • Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities • Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging industry opportunities • Consistently achieve or exceed established sales goals [Remote] New Business Development Manager (Retail/Branded Env exp req) Qualifications • 5+ years experience in business development, strategic sales, or consultative sales required • 5+ years experience in retail activations, branded environments, custom fixtures required • Experience cold calling and building book of business from scratch required • Experience managing complex sales cycles and client relationships required • Strong presentation, negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills • Proficiency with CRM tool for pipeline management required