Business Development Manager - Named Accounts SLED

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Albany, NY

Connection

<strong>Founded in 1982, Connection delivers valuable IT services and advanced technology solutions to business, government, education, and healthcare markets. Today, we serve our customers through our staff of highly trained Account Managers, our team of on-staff experts, and our efficient procurement websites. We are also proud to offer custom-configured computer systems from a ISO 9001:2015 certified technical configuration lab at our distribution center in Wilmington, OH.</strong><br /><br /><strong>Our company has over&nbsp;<a href="https://www.connection.com/content/about/certifications-and-authorizations?cm_sp=content-_-about-us-_-certifications-and-authorizations">2,500 technical certifications</a>&nbsp;that ensure our experts can solve any customer need, no matter how complex. Additionally, our GlobalServe offering delivers global procurement solutions through our network of 500 suppliers in 174 countries.</strong> https://www.connection.com/

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Full-time

Overview: <br />The Business Development Manager, Named Accounts for SLED focuses on developing business relationships with assigned customer accounts and vendors which lead to new sales opportunities.
Responsibilities: <br /><br />Collaborates with Sales leadership and Account Managers on named account focus and strategic initiatives. Acts as a mentor to other BDMs and fills in for Sales Manager as needed. Leads efforts to identify contract vehicles, works with major and emerging manufacturers, represents Connection at events and/or shows, and helps coordinate responses to major bids.
Requirements: <br /> <ul> <li>Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience, along with a minimum of 4 years career experience</li> <li>Technical aptitude with ability to absorb and apply newly learned technical skills</li> <li>Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite with ability to create a document or simple spreadsheet.</li> <li>Negotiation skills with ability to secure best purchasing agreement for customers and company</li> <li>Strong understanding of and working knowledge of the value-added technology industry</li> <li>Customer-oriented with ability to listen to and anticipate needs of the customer</li> <li>Excellent written communication skills with ability to compose professional business communications via email, letters, and proposals.</li> <li>Excellent verbal communication skills with ability to present professional demonstrations</li> <li>Articulate with ability to express oneself clearly and professionally in written and oral communication</li> <li>Good listening skills with ability to receive information completely and understand what is being said</li> <li>Quick study with ability to master a situation or learn new things with minimum direction or training</li> <li>Perceptive with ability to understand the needs and values of others</li> <li>Organized state of mind with ability to document activities, anticipate problems, plan schedules and monitor performance according to priorities and deadlines</li> </ul>