Ferguson Enterprises - Pomona, CA

posted 5 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Pomona, CA
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

Ferguson is North America's leading value-added distributor across various markets, including residential, non-residential, new construction, and repair, maintenance, and improvement (RMI). With a vast network of 34,000 suppliers and over one million customers, Ferguson is committed to delivering local expertise and value-added solutions. The company boasts an extensive portfolio of products ranging from infrastructure, plumbing, and appliances to HVAC, fire protection, and fabrication. The Business Development Manager will play a crucial role in driving the Commercial/Mechanical business, ensuring that customers' complex projects are managed effectively and sustainably. In this position, the Business Development Manager will partner with the leadership of the Commercial/Mechanical business group and Regional Directors to develop and implement strategic business plans for both current and new products. This role involves conducting thorough research and analysis of business opportunities that align with the organization's long-term strategic goals. The manager will evaluate potential geographic expansion opportunities and assess the success of new market entries, collaborating on execution plans that align with the company's overall strategy. The Business Development Manager will also be responsible for planning and preparing business proposals, making recommendations to senior management, and working closely with Ferguson's National Accounts and other customer groups to drive growth. Acting as a liaison between Category Management and the branches/field, the manager will partner with Category Management to evaluate and select vendors, expand current offerings, and continuously assess channel options. This role requires leading all aspects of key project development and being accountable for the successful closure of business deals, as well as the overall development and implementation of strategic business targets. Additionally, the manager will develop new processes to meet project needs and design projects that align with financial and operational criteria. Preparing documents and materials for meetings with potential clients and business partners is essential, ensuring that the information provided is accurate and suitable for external distribution. Maintaining contact with key decision-makers both internally and externally is crucial, and the manager may assist with special analyses in areas such as operational efficiency, market penetration, and profitability.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with Commercial/Mechanical business group leadership and Regional Directors to develop and implement business plans for current and new products
  • Conduct research and analysis of business opportunities, consistent with the organization's long range and strategic plans
  • Evaluate future geographic expansion opportunities and measure success of new market entry
  • Collaborate on execution plans for markets in alignment with company strategy
  • Planning and preparation of business proposals and make recommendations to senior management
  • Work closely with Ferguson's National Accounts and other Customer Groups to assist in driving growth
  • Act as liaison between Category Management and the branches / field
  • Partner with Category Management to evaluate and select vendors, expand current offerings and continuously evaluate channel options
  • Lead all aspects of the development of key projects and is accountable for the successful closure of business deals
  • Responsible for the overall development, implementation and progress of strategic business targets
  • Develop new processes to meet project needs, and for designing projects to suit the financial and operating criteria of a project
  • Prepare documents and materials (for example, reports, presentations, information packages) for meetings and discussions with potential clients and business partners so that the information provided is accurate and appropriate for external distribution
  • Maintain contact with the key decision makers internally and externally
  • May assist with special analysis in areas such as operational efficiency, market penetration and profitability

Requirements

  • Some business development experience is preferred, Commercial/Mechanical industry experience in hydronics, virtual design & pipe fusion strongly preferred
  • Bachelor's Degree, however, equivalent work experience will also be considered
  • Proven track record of attaining maximum sales results through successful interaction with established customers and new prospects
  • Passion for excellent customer service and a strive to exceed sales targets
  • Outstanding negotiating, problem solving, and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills
  • Good eye for business and high integrity
  • Ability to make effective presentations and project recommendations
  • Valid driver's license required, role requires regular travel to customer HQ or jobsite locations as well as participation in customer/vendor lunch and learn sessions as well as customer events or trade shows
  • Proficient use of technology to drive business results, ability to adjust and ramp up on new software programs quickly (Microsoft Office 365, Power BI, Salesforce CRM, Oracle ERP, etc.)

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Retirement savings with company match
  • Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal, holiday, and parental)
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Associate discounts
  • Community involvement opportunities
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