What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Representative - Inshore Coatings and Scaffolding position at Gulf Island?
Main Purpose : The Business Development Representative builds and strengthens internal and external relationships, manages customer relations, and implements strategies designed to increase revenue and acquire new business opportunities for the inshore coatings and scaffolding divisions. The inshore division is responsible for jobs and projects on land and in plants.Essential Functions : Building and maintaining relationships with both internal and external sales and marketing departments, vendors, distributors, and customersResearch and identify new markets, trends, competitor activities and potential customers and partnerships for the inshore coatings and scaffolding divisionsDevelop and execute a comprehensive account management plan to ensure that business relations are maintained and enhancedCollaborate with marketing and product teams to align strategies to improve market researchAbility to prepare and present proposals, reports and researchContinually learn about the Company's products and servicesPerform other duties assigned by supervisorBenefits Offered : Earned Wage AccessHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance401(k) with Company MatchPaid HolidaysPaid VacationLife InsuranceDisability InsuranceSafety AwardsCompany StoreEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)RequirementsPhysical Requirements : Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, talking, and hearingClose Vision and ability to focusMust be able to lift and / or move a maximum of 15 pounds Job Requirements : Effective verbal and written communication skillsMust be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screenMust be able to pass a background checkSound negotiation and conflict resolution skillsKnowledgeable in fabrication, construction, and inshore soft craft servicesProven experience in sales, marketing, business development, and managementAbility to travel occasionally Desirable Experience, Education, and Training : Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field is required5 years experience in sales for soft craft services is requiredProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) Tools, Equipment, and Technology : Office equipment Environmental Conditions : 80% to 90% of the work activities are performed indoors.Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and / or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.
