Business Development Manager, Large OEM Bicycle - North America, Mobility

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Business Development Manager - Bicycle (Mobility) is responsible for driving sales growth and market share for Gates' drive systems within the traditional and electric bicycle segments. This individual will lead early-stage customer engagement, secure product specifications, and manage ongoing customer relationships through production. The role encompasses global business development strategy, opportunity pipeline management, new customer targeting and acquisition, customer forecasting, and strategic partnerships.

This position involves frequent international collaboration, especially with colleagues and customers in Asia and Europe, and requires working with OEMs, distributors, and regional sales teams to deliver on global objectives. You will either work remotley or from our Rochester Hills, MI office (if local to the area).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive Business Development Growth

Achieve revenue, margin, and new customer acquisition targets.

Develop and implement long-term business development strategies for the bicycle market.

Educate customers on current offerings and lead go-to-market strategies for new product introductions.

Be the face of Gates at key industry events, trade shows, and customer meetings.

Manage 12-15 key and prospective customer accounts with full ownership of opportunity pipelines in CRM.

Keys to Success

Supervisory Responsibilities

Requirements and Preferred Skills

Pay & Benefits

Why Gates?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

Work Environment

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and / or copiers / scanners. The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 10 pounds.

For individuals assigned and / or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.

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