Business Development Manager

Recruiting Partner: Katherine Clark

Atlanta, Georgia | Sales | Hybrid | $100,000 to $125,000 | Job ID: 174809

Job Summary

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Join a well-funded, rapidly growing manufacturer of UL-certified electrical equipment supporting mission-critical construction in the data center, industrial, and commercial sectors. This is a unique opportunity to build and own a greenfield territory in the Southeast, working alongside an experienced leadership team with a proven growth and equity-sharing strategy. If you’re ready to shape both the revenue pipeline and your career trajectory during a high-growth phase, this role offers immediate impact and unmatched future upside.

Business Development Manager Benefits & Compensation

  • Base salary range is $100K – $125K, with uncapped commissions (2.0% on new gross profit, 1.0% on renewals), and $150,000–$185,000 OTE by Year 2.
  • Ramp guarantee: Variable compensation floor of $2,000/month for first 6 months as pipeline develops
  • Signing bonus up to $10,000 available for lost commissions (with standard repayment terms)
  • Participation in an employee equity pool with a standard vesting schedule
  • Monthly auto allowance ($650) or IRS mileage reimbursement; all travel and entertainment expenses covered
  • Full-time, W-2 employment with hybrid flexibility (Atlanta metro preferred), including regular shop visits and ~50% travel within region
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Supportive, collaborative culture with direct executive access

Business Development Manager Requirements & Qualifications

  • 7+ years of B2B sales experience in electrical equipment, electrical distribution, or related industrial areas (switchgear, panels, transformers, UPS, controls, enclosures, etc.)
  • 15+ active electrical contractor relationships in the Southeast, with ability to bring these to the pipeline (under NDA)
  • Proven results selling into data center, critical infrastructure, or large-scale industrial construction projects
  • History of achieving or exceeding quota for 3+ consecutive years
  • Ability to read electrical one-lines, panel schedules, and specifications; comfortable leading scoping calls independently
  • Proficiency managing a CRM pipeline (30+ active opportunities), ideally with HubSpot, Salesforce, or Dynamics
  • Free and clear of non-compete, non-solicit, or confidentiality barriers to soliciting former clients in the territory

Business Development Manager Preferred Background & Skills

  • Experience with a UL-certified panel shop, switchgear manufacturer, or electrical distributor focused on the Southeast data center corridor
  • Active contacts with contractors serving top hyperscalers (e.g., Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Meta) in Georgia, the Carolinas, or Virginia
  • Prior experience at an OEM competitor, with insight into industry pricing and lead-time standards
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Experience in both channel (rep/distributor) and direct sales models

Business Development Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Build and manage a robust revenue pipeline from initial contact through closed orders across Georgia and the broader Southeast
  • Cultivate lasting relationships with key decision-makers at electrical contractor firms
  • Deliver consultative sales presentations focused on speed, quality, and the company’s differentiated value
  • Collaborate with engineering to ensure fast, accurate quoting and technical responses
  • Maintain disciplined CRM records and participate in weekly pipeline reviews with leadership
  • Gather and share market intelligence on pricing, lead times, and competitive activity
  • Represent the company at local and national trade events; develop secondary channels with EPCs and general contractors

Ready to launch your next phase as the founding business development leader for a high-growth electrical equipment platform? Apply today to help shape a new market standard and your own future success.

 

JOB ID: 174809

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