Business Development Manager

If you are a Business Development Professional looking to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! The candidate will be based in one of the following regions : Beaumont, TX, Lake Charles, LA, Baton Rouge, LA or New Orleans, LA.

This is a field-based position that requires 60% travel.

You will be part of a larger team of Business Development Managers located across the United States. This Business Development role requires very strong technical capabilities based on the products and related applications.

The candidate must have a degree in engineering or science, or a resume that includes highly relevant technical work experiences.

At the same time, the role also requires the candidate to be highly motivated for success as we are looking to grow the business substantially in this region.

You will be the "technical backstop" for our sales channel helping ensure the best possible experiences for our customers.

A dedication to customer happiness is the number one priority in this role. The products in our Level Measurement portfolio are especially diverse and require deep technical understanding to ensure the right technologies are chosen to meet the constraints of the intended application.

You can expect to be continually challenged, yet well-supported by the team and by other company resources. This team is cohesive;

and committed to outstanding performance, yet still finds plenty of opportunity to have fun!

To succeed in this role, you must :

• Be the subject matter expert within your territory for our entire portfolio of Level Measurement products
• Act as the voice of our customers and our salespeople ensuring their needs are well-understood by the portfolio managers
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for customers
• Be accountable for the targeted growth goals for the territory
• Develop the trust of the salespeople you support as well as their regional managers
• Assist salespeople with strategic account planning
• Train and mentor new salespeople
• Deliver training as new products are launched
• Participate in regional meetings
• Keep a finger on the pulse of what the competition is doing

Who You Are :

When you can find your own resources to address challenges, you do that. You listen respectfully and attentively to others, working cooperatively with larger teams to achieve common goals.

You have courage to speak your mind even when you anticipate there will be dissent. You instill trust by keeping commitments, being honest, and being genuine.

For This Role, You Will Need :

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Technical Field
• Eight (8) years of industry experience (Chemical, Oil and Gas, Power, Life Sciences, Food and Beverage, Metals and Mining or related)
• Four (4) years of experience in sales or marketing
• Willingness and ability to travel 60% within the territory
• Unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent presentation skills
• Capability to create presentations
• Valid driver's license
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart :

• Experience with instrumentation, especially Level Measurement
• Experience with heavy industries such as Chemical, Oil & Gas, Refining, and Power
• Demonstrated success in winning and growing business
• Ability to analyze data

Our Offer to You :

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs.

We offer a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, profit-sharing retirement, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.

Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation, and holiday leave.

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives.

We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company's values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place.

Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson .

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

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ABOUT US

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable.

And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems - for our customers, our communities, and the planet.

You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs.

We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large.

We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently.

Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.

Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries.

Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go!

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