Business Development Leader

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Headquartered in Arvada, Colorado with operations and presence in Europe, the Middle East, India, Asia, Japan and China, Sundyne is a global manufacturer of precision-engineered, highly reliable, safe and efficient centrifugal pumps and compressors for use in chemical, petrochemical, hydrocarbon, hydrogen, pharmaceutical, power generation and industrial applications. Sundyne is a leader in delivering precision-engineered and highly reliable pumps & compressors to many of the world’s most important markets, including energy, chemical, industrial, carbon capture, clean hydrogen, and renewable fuels. Sundyne pumps and compressors are available in API, ANSI/ASME, ISO and other industry compliant designs.  To learn more about the Sundyne family of precision-engineered pumps and compressors, please visit www.sundyne.com.

***Sales Function Leaders Preferred. Focus on pumps, compressors, and rotating equipment space***

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business Development Leader to oversee and guide a team of Business Development Managers (BDM) in building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with key clients. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in account management, leadership, and strategic planning. They will work to ensure the team’s success in meeting and exceeding bookings goals, client satisfaction metrics, and overall business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

 Leadership and Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of BDM’s providing guidance on project pursuit, client management and AVL/OEM spec penetration strategies.

• The Business Development Leader manages team members in North America and Europe. The role is remote within the US but does require global travel when needed e.g. 50% + global (roughly 2-weeks a month).

• Foster a collaborative team environment that encourages innovation and excellence.

• Set individual and team goals, monitor performance, and provide regular feedback.

Strategic Planning and Execution

• Develop and implement strategies to grow existing accounts, gain access to AVL’s and influence OEM specifications.

• Make individual and tandem sales calls to help contribute to the teams' success.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Product Management, Operations, Legal, Application Engineering) to ensure seamless client support.

• Lead the team in building and executing customized account plans to meet client and company objectives.

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as an escalation point for high-priority client issues and ensure prompt resolution.

• Build and maintain executive-level relationships with key accounts.

• Promote a client-first approach across the team to drive loyalty and long-term partnerships.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting

• Track and analyze team performance metrics, including AVL/spec penetration, bookings growth and door crossings.

• Own team forecasting and any necessary reporting to management on achievements and challenges.

• Use insights from data to identify targets, adjust strategies and improve outcomes.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Marketing, PLM’s and Vertical Market Managers to align account strategies with organizational goals.

• Advocate for client needs and feedback to drive improvements in products and services.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field; MBA is a plus.

• Knowledge of Chemical and Industrial pump applications.

• Experience in the pump/compressor/rotating equipment market.

• 5+ years of experience in account management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

• Strong understanding of strategic account planning, sales processes, and EPC/Licensor role in project pursuit.

• Proven ability to manage and grow key accounts, meet revenue targets, and enhance customer satisfaction.

• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.

• Analytical mindset with the ability to use data to inform decisions.

• Experience with CRM tools and MS Office.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.

• Leadership and team development.

• Relationship-building and client advocacy.

• Results-driven with a focus on accountability.

• Adaptability and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic team and drive impactful results in a collaborative and innovative organization.

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