Director, Business Development

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Business development director driving hydraulics and electro-mechanical product growth for commercial and military ground and airborne platforms. Building customer relationships, strategic roadmaps, and new defense partnerships.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and drive execution of Business Development activities for RTL Hydraulics and Electro-Mechanical product lines.
  • Support short- and long-term business goals for commercial and military applications across ground and airborne platforms.
  • Work with Engineering to create value propositions and demonstrations of new concepts and technology for customers and end users.
  • Attend tradeshows, conferences, and other events to identify technologies applicable to customer needs.
  • Create, maintain, and execute a 5-year Strategic Roadmap for Hydraulic and Electro-Mechanical Systems with the General Manager and Program Directors.
  • Assess annual service budgets and long-range plans to recommend target areas aligned with the company roadmap.
  • Establish relationships with current and potential industry and government customers to secure and expand bookings and sales.
  • Assess RTL, ESA, and ESL capabilities against customer requirements.
  • Recommend partnerships with 26 Defense and/or ESL for new business opportunities.
  • Support customer meetings, site visits, and other business-related needs through travel.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree is required.
  • 3-10 years of functional (using skill set) experience is required.
  • 1-2 years of functional experience after working at DLA.
  • Ability to analyze, evaluate, and interpret information effectively.
  • Ability to create and maintain constructive customer relationships.
  • Ability to understand industry trends and customers' and competitors' strategies, strengths, and weaknesses.
  • Knowledge or experience in the applicable technical area or product line.
  • General knowledge and understanding of the program budgeting process.
  • Ability to clearly communicate ideas verbally and in writing, including preparing and leading business reviews and presentations.
  • Able to work independently, with oversight, to build and lead an integrated product team.
  • Proficient in MS Office products including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, Outlook, and Project.
  • Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.