Business Development Manager

$100,000 - $200,000/Yr

GAF Materials Corporation - Montpelier, VT

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Montpelier, VT

Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing

About the position

The Business Development Manager at Siplast, a brand of GAF Commercial, plays a crucial role in supporting the sales team by providing technical product expertise and insights to generate new business in the commercial roofing sector. This remote position requires significant travel (60-80%) to engage with customers and attend events, while also collaborating closely with marketing to develop effective product strategies and messaging.

Responsibilities

• Partner and collaborate with customers seeking feedback on their challenges and opportunities
• Provide product expertise for sales colleagues, including tracking metrics and reporting on market shifts
• Map the customer journey to understand product resonance with customers
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to develop the product roadmap and go-to-market strategy
• Hone key messaging and develop product-specific marketing tools with the Marketing team
• Effectively communicate technical information to customers
• Provide technical training to sales and support teams

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Technical field of study
• 7+ years experience in a technical marketing or sales role
• Excellent interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication
• Ability to present in front of varying size audiences
• Valid driver's license and insurable driving record
• Ability to travel as necessary
• Ability to maintain a credit card for business-related expenses

Nice-to-haves

• Prior experience in the commercial roofing and building envelope industry
• Data-driven, results-oriented, creative mindset with problem-solving skills
• Strong focus on continuous improvement

Benefits

• Wide range of health insurance options including medical, dental, and vision
• Family-building benefits for fertility and parenthood journeys
• Robust 401K plan with employer match
• Wellness program and free financial coaching
• Referral program and product rebates for employees
• Internal training programs and generous tuition reimbursement
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives through Employee Resource Groups