Director of Business Development

Director of Business DevelopmenteNetwork Supply | Skokie, IL 60077 | Full-Time, In PersonCompensation: $90,000-$100,000+ annually, plus commissionNot sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements.About eNetwork SupplyeNetwork Supply is a provider of new and pre-owned equipment serving the telecommunications, cable, IT, phone, and data center industriesWe are seeking an experienced Director of Business Development to join our team in Skokie, Illinois. This is an opportunity for an accomplished business development and sales professional to build strategic relationships, develop new markets, expand existing accounts, and contribute directly to company growth.The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in telecommunications, data, and IT sales, a strong record of developing lasting customer relationships, and the ability to build and execute strategic sales plans.What You'll DoBusiness Development & SalesBuild strategic relationships with organizations across the telecommunications, IT, cable, and data center industries.Develop and execute strategies to pursue and secure contracts with government agencies.Identify and develop new business through targeted campaigns, trade shows, outbound prospecting, and other business development channels.Build and manage a strong lead-generation and sales pipeline.Manage B2B prospects through phone and email while responding to inbound opportunities and conducting outbound campaigns.Prepare, present, and close customer proposals.Develop and execute strategic sales plans with defined goals and targets.Client Relationships & Account GrowthBuild and nurture long-term relationships with new and existing customers.Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic business partner to clients.Understand customer objectives, challenges, and pain points.Identify opportunities for upselling, cross-selling, and solution expansionPartner with account teams to qualify and win new opportunities.Strategy & Market DevelopmentMonitor industry products, market developments, and competitive trends.Analyze market opportunities and competitive activity to help adapt business development strategies.Support and develop direct marketing campaigns.Bring creative, original ideas to business development and customer engagement strategies.Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and sales activity within the CRM.What We're Looking ForBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or comparable relevant experience.10+ years of experience in telecommunications, data, and IT sales, including secondary and new telecom parts sales.10+ years of business development experience.Demonstrated history of producing positive sales results through meaningful, long-term customer relationships.Strong interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM tools.Ability to commute to Skokie, IL 60077Compensation & Benefits$90,000-$100,000+ annual base compensationCommission pay401(k)Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offSchedule: Monday-Friday, 8-hour shiftEmployment Type: Full-timeWork Location: In person, Skokie, IllinoisIf you're an experienced business development leader who knows the telecommunications, IT, data center, or cable ecosystem and enjoys turning relationships into long-term business, we'd like to hear from you.Additional Job Application TermsThis job is part of LinkedIn's Full-Service Hiring beta program. Eligibility is limited to candidates located in and performing services in the United States, excluding those based in Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, South Carolina, or West Virginia.We're committed to making our hiring process as smooth and timely as possible, and we understand that waiting to hear back can add to the anticipation. If you're a potential fit, our team will reach out within two weeks to progress you to the next stage. xhyhwjd If you don't hear from us in that time, we encourage you to explore other opportunities with our team in the future, and we wish you the very best in your job search.