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Job type full-time
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Sbd automotive – ann arbor, michigan/remote consideration
Business development specialist, north america
Competitive salary + healthcare + 401k match + performance -* driven equity plan*
Does technology and the future of mobility excite you?
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Do you have up to 2 *years * of * experience * in automotive, sales * (or even better both)*?*
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Are you looking for you *r next career challenge and a team with ambitious growth goals?
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Do you like working day *- to -* day with *incredible customers to solve their challenges?
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Yes? then, *sbd automotive is looking for you!
Sbd automotive helps our clients with connected car strategies, autonomous vehicle research, shared mobility services, and the shift to electrification which are disrupting the future of automotiveWe are hiring a business development specialist who will report to the director, north america as part of a diverse global business development teamThis is a fantastic career development opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their business development career.
Position responsibilities
Develop and utilize customer relationship management (crm) tools and campaigns to generate new business prospects and drive proactive commercial engagement opportunities with existing automotive customers
Provide effective end-to-end customer engagement throughout the lifecycle: sales qualification, inquiries, customer training, research portal access, expert queries, contributing to client proposals, etc.
Make effective sales pitches, product demonstrations, and confidently communicate the value of sbd automotive’s products and services
Proactively network with key individuals and prospects across the automotive technology ecosystem to generate new opportunities and grow key account relationships
While most business development opportunities are desk-based, limited domestic travel may be required (trade shows, customer visits, etc.)
About you
Minimum of 1-2 years of sales and/or business development experience to b2b clients; internship opportunities count towards the 1-2 year qualification!
Have a bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in business, communications, and/or marketing
Extremely passionate about cars and technology
Strong attention to detail and effective communications skills (oral and written)
Ability to listen to the needs of the customer and effectively facilitate sales
Have a knack for thinking on your feet and prioritizing numerous opportunities and client needs
Computer proficient – ms powerpoint, excel, crm, etc.
Team player with the highest ethics, determination, and a sense of humor
Sbd automotive supports a safe and flexible working environment, and you are ideally located in the southeast michigan area; however, we will also consider remote candidates for this role
Extra credit for
Domain experience within the automotive industry
Knowledge of using or selling b2b research reports and/or consulting services
Successful track record of taking on complex challenges and successfully delivering stellar results
Experience working within or serving a global, multi-national company
Sbd automotive is a rapidly growing global automotive technology research and specialty consulting firmWe provide our clients across the automotive industry with reports, data, and strategic consulting in the fields of connected car, automotive vehicles, shared mobility, electrification, as well as automotive cybersecurityWe work with 95% of the world’s leading vehicle manufacturers as well as suppliers, associated industries, start-ups, and governments in more than 70 countries.
Sbd automotive provides a competitive annual salary, full benefits package (including vacation/sick leave, full health care coverage, 401k match, etc.) and is an equal opportunity employer.
Job type: full-time
Work location: multiple locations
