What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Manager position at GEA Group?
Business Development Manager
GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.
Why join GEA
Job information
JR-0031910
Sales
Full time
20903 W. Gale Ave., Galesville, WI 54630
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Development Manager to join our team, focusing on the sales and promotion of the CattleEye AI monitoring tool within the dairy industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving business growth, developing strategic partnerships, and promoting CattleEye's innovative cow monitoring technologies in the Northern States of America and Canada.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Ensure sales targets are met through 3rd party and GEA distribution channels
- Ensure sufficient training and marketing material made available for distributors representing the Company’s interests at trade shows and other events as required.
- Design, implement and maintain strategies for recruiting new distributors within the region
- Design implement and maintain strategies for training and supporting GEA LE’s in selling CattleEye and acting as product champion
- Define marketing strategies, prices, and negotiations with the major customers; Stay current with changes and enhancements to the marketplace and industry standards, develop and adjust marketing plans accordingly.
- Provide superior level customer service by providing timely product information, expertise, and service as required.
- Monitor and report on sales performance, market trends, and customer feedback to inform product development and business strategies.
Your profile and qualifications:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, Animal Science, Business, or a related field
- Proven experience in business development or sales within the dairy industry.
- In-depth knowledge of dairy farming practices and herd management technologies.
- Extensive experience selling products or services to the dairy industry via both direct and indirect sales channels
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Strong Analytic and problem-solving skills
- Excellent presentation and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills
- Ability to Travel 50% of the time to Northern States and Canada
Working at GEA Group has significant benefits!
- 12 Paid Holidays
- PTO - Paid Time Off
- Medical Plans
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings and Spending Accounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 401k with excellent employer match
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Employee Assistance Program
GEA Group is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all clients and employees feel welcomed, accepted and valued. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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