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Business Development Manager, Distribution
Location
Tennessee
Posted
79 days ago
Salary
$115K - $150K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Business Development Manager, Distribution
Techmer PM
• Lead initiatives to introduce new products into distribution channels, including pilot launches, partner training, and feedback gathering. • Track adoption and performance of new products; report monthly to the BU Director. • Identify gaps and opportunities in the current portfolio; collaborate with Product Development and Marketing to build offerings aligned with emerging trends (e.g., sustainability, healthcare, advanced materials). • Monitor competitor activity; provide quarterly competitive landscape reports with recommended strategic adjustments. • Analyze product performance to identify optimization opportunities and support continuous improvement. • Ensure distribution partners receive best‑in‑class service and support. • Meet service level standards: - Respond to inquiries within 24 hours - Deliver quotes within 48 hours - Confirm purchase orders within 48 hours - Provide shipment tracking within 24 hours - Resolve complaint investigations within 14 days • Provide monthly customer service performance reports jointly with the Key Account Manager. • Develop and execute growth plans for distribution channels across regions and vertical markets. • Set clear growth targets for each distributor; track and report performance against KPIs. • Identify and cultivate high‑potential accounts; partner with Sales and Marketing to deploy tailored growth strategies focused on margin improvement and pipeline development. • Co-fund, coordinate, and execute joint marketing campaigns (webinars, email marketing, social media pushes) with distribution partners. • Maintain and update dashboards tracking product launches, market expansion, and initiative-driven revenue growth; review monthly with BU Director. • Lead initiatives aligned with industry trends such as sustainable polymers, advanced recycling, and digital transformation. • Gather feedback from customers and internal teams to continually refine strategies. • Implement process improvements that reduce time-to-market for new products and market entries. • Support management of the distribution budget, including cost tracking and monthly reporting. • Ensure timely submission of budget updates and participate in monthly budget review sessions with the BU Director. • Identify operational challenges and implement solutions, including system inefficiencies and vendor coordination gaps. • Streamline departmental workflows to reduce bottlenecks, improve throughput, and enhance organizational efficiency.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
- 10+ years in distribution or logistics, ideally within polymer, materials, or manufacturing industries.
- Strong experience in distribution management, contract administration, quoting, complaint resolution, and cross-functional leadership.
- Proven ability to enhance distributor performance through service-level execution and KPI tracking.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive, self-driven, adaptable, and committed to high integrity.
- Excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills.
Benefits
- Eligible for medical benefits on your first day!
- High-deductible health plan offering that includes up to $1,000 towards your Health Savings Account (HSA) per year.
- Free Teledoc membership included when you enroll in medical benefits.
- Employee Assistance Program which includes 5 free counseling sessions per year and access to free legal guidance
- 401(k) with 6% company match. You are 100% vested from Day 1 of contribution
- Free investment consultative services for your 401(k) plan.
- Company paid disability and life insurance
- 10 vacation days per year (pro-rated your first year)
- 10 company-paid holidays
- 2 weeks of parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement with up to a $20,000 lifetime maximum
- Annual salary reviews and bonus opportunities
- Hourly employees are paid weekly
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