Director, Business Development (Austin)

Who We Are:At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product’s lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We’re driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology.Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what’s next at Avnet!Job Summary:Support the development of customer sales strategy for business expansion. Monitors performance of customer accounts in line with strategy and business financial objectives.Principal Responsibilities:Strategizes, develops, implements, and monitors business goals, operating plans and budgets for long term growth. Monitors sales levels for assigned region and targets areas for improvement.Implements processes and procedures which facilitate organizational growth and profit objectives.Engages with internal stakeholders across Sales and Supplier Marketing teams.Provides coaching to team members to aid development of value added solutions; optimising customer relationships.Provides leadership and management direction to assigned territory and sales support staff to include hiring, managing employee performance, training, and salary administration.Maintains and drives trending knowledge of products, competitors, technology and customers in the assigned supplier product market.Other duties as assigned.Job Level Specifications:Provides leadership and direction through managers and senior managers. Accountable for the performance and results of a major function that has cross-organizational impact and is comprised of multiple departments and/or teams.Establishes policies appropriate for the function. Interprets and recommends modifications to enterprise-wide policies and practices. Adapts and executes functional business plans and contributes to the development of functional strategies. Responsible for efficient utilization of significant resources within the function.Objectives are defined in collaboration with senior management and results assessed with a long-term perspective. Decisions are guided by functional strategy and priorities.Collaborates with senior management and others concerning matters of significance to the company. Routinely conducts briefings for senior management and/or key external contacts. Influences senior management or customers/clients.Work Experience:Typically 10+ years including 5+ years of management experienceEducation and Certification(s):Bachelors degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.#LI-AMERWhat We Offer:Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet’s ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs — from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community.Generous Paid Time Off401K and Pension PlanPaid HolidaysFamily Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life InsuranceLong-term and Short-term Disability InsuranceHealth Savings Account / Flexible Spending AccountEducation AssistanceEmployee Development ResourcesEmployee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship ProgramsBenefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices. Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center at View phone number on apply.placed-app.com.SummaryLocation: Chandler, Arizona, United States Of America; Austin, Texas, United States Of AmericaType: Full time