Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in business administration, sales, marketing, or a related field; Master's degree preferred., Minimum of 10 years of experience in business development or sales leadership in the Water or Wastewater industry., Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills are essential., Fluency in spoken and written English is required..

Key responsabilities:

Develop and implement a comprehensive business development strategy aligned with the company's strategic goals.

Identify and evaluate new market verticals, potential partnerships, and strategic alliances.

Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including potential partners and clients.

Prepare presentations and reports for executive leadership on business development activities and outcomes.

Job description

Join Energy Recovery and Help Build a Sustainable Future

At Energy Recovery, we build products that help limit global temperature rise, reduce carbon emissions, provide safe drinking water for millions of people, and bring efficiency and sustainability to a range of industries. Our products help customers avoid approximately 19.7 million metric tons of carbon emissions per year -- equivalent to removing over 4.7 million cars from the road!

In addition to innovating world-class products that help our customers and the environment, our employees enjoy a diverse, collaborative work culture, as well as extensive company benefits that support the overall wellbeing of our staff. This includes everything from generous health plans and time off, paid family leave, subsidized lunches and company events, and opportunities for charitable giving and volunteering in the community.

Come find out why we’ve been a certified Great Place to Work for 3 years in a row!

What You Can Look Forward To:

Energy Recovery, Inc.is seeking a qualified candidate for an immediate full-time job opening for the position of Business Development Director, with the Wastewater team. This position is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving revenue growth and expanding the company's market presence through the identification, development, and execution into new market verticals. The candidate will collaborate closely with sales, marketing, product, and other internal and external stakeholders to achieve ambitious growth targets. A suitable candidate will be highly motivated, results-oriented leader with a proven track record of building and managing successful business development initiatives in water or wastewater industry.

What Will You Do?

Develop and implement a comprehensive business development strategy aligned with the BU's overall strategic goals and revenue targets

Identify and evaluate new market verticals, potential partnerships, and strategic alliances.

Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic decisions.

Develop a strong understanding of the company's products/services and their value proposition to effectively communicate with potential partners and clients.

Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including potential partners, clients, industry influencers, and strategic allies.

Represent the company professionally at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities.

Collaborate with the marketing team to develop effective lead generation campaigns and marketing materials

Prepare presentations and reports for executive leadership on business development activities and outcomes.

What You Bring to the Table:

Bachelor's degree in business administration, sales, marketing, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).

Minimum of 10 years of experience in business development or sales leadership in Water or Wastewater industry, with a proven track record of closing business opportunities.

Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.

Ability to conduct well-organized training sessions and convey technical information clearly at all levels.

Fluency in spoken and written English

Ability to travel internationally as needed

What's in it for Me?

Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with options for family coverage

Retirement Plans: 401(k) plan with company matching to help you save for the future

Paid Time Off: Generous vacation policy, paid sick leave, and paid holidays to ensure a healthy work-life balance

Wellness Programs: Mental Wellness Support with therapy and coaching in addition to an employee assistance program

Fitness Perks: Enjoy access to our on-site gym with an on-site trainer, yoga classes and gym reimbursement for remote employees

Team Events: Regular team-building activities and social events to foster a positive work culture such as; ping-pong tournaments, gratitude lunches, and summer BBQs

Referral Bonus: Earn up to $1,500 for referring friends

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax savings for medical expenses, commuter, and dependent care, helping you manage out-of-pocket costs

Tuition Reimbursement: Financial support for continuing education, including courses and degree programs to help you advance your career

Paid Parental Leave: Generous paid leave for new parents to bond with their children and support family needs

We are an EOE/AA employer committed to workforce diversity.

No recruiters or phone calls.

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