Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. is a global leader in tools and innovative technology. They are seeking a Business Development Manager for Field Engineering to generate new business and ensure growth of DEWALT product lines by working with national owners to specify products in construction standards.
Responsibilities:
- Develop a strong technical understanding of specified products (under the SBD/DEWALT brands), how they are used in construction and how they are designed in accordance with current building codes
- Establish relationship with key Owners/design teams within SBD focus verticals, in the US, and cultivate strong Client Owner Relations
- Influence designers, architects and engineers to specify fasteners in their corporate standards through regular scheduled visits, education and technical communication showing the value of DEWALT solutions with code approved products
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, product, engineering, marketing) to deliver customized solutions that address complex owner and end-user needs and provide expert guidance on product selection and application
- Hold regular technical presentations and training seminars for design professionals related to the design of SBD/DEWALT products with a focus on testing details, product performance, strength design calculations, applications and code requirements
- Use technical knowledge of products to support and build sales on specification and conversion in conjunction with local field engineers and sales teams and provide technical job-site support as needed
- Aid in the specification of proprietary anchor solutions for clients and communicate customer feedback for future product developments to product managers
- Ensure that designs and submittals generated by contractors are approved by architects, engineers & owners
- Represent DEWALT at industry events, trade shows, and key meetings, positioning the company as a trusted partner for national accounts
- Develop and maintain client records in CRM tool
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent qualifications
- EIT required
- Minimum of 7 years' experience in technical sales role required
- Impeccable communication skills – both spoken and written – mandatory
- Able to manage multiple priorities, organize, plan, and meet time sensitive deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong interpersonal, negotiation, follow-up, and documentation skills
- Working knowledge of computer applications including Bluebeam, Procore, MS Office suite products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Excellent presentation skills in front of large groups
- High energy, out-going, and goal-oriented eager to meet and exceed goals and targets
- Self-starter with ability to manage own schedule and work as 'home-based'
- Structural Engineering Design and construction jobsite experience required
- Travel up to 30% of time traveling within territory
- Professional Engineering (P.E.) license
- Experience with Salesforce.com