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Business Development Manager- Specialty Coatings

PSE Group, Baltimore, MD, United States


BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - SPECIALTY COATINGS
The BDM is responsible for meeting or exceeding region performance goals by servicing paint and coatings customers in the General Industrial, Commercial Fleet, Wood Finishing, Mil‑Spec, and Architectural Coatings markets. Additionally, the BDM targets, solicits, and secures new business, services and grows existing accounts, learns and understands product lines, prepares and creates sales related documentation, and develops strong customer relationships.

Why Work for Painters Supply & Equipment?

401(k) program with company match

Generous benefits package for full‑time employees: Medical, Dental and Vision

Company paid life and disability insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Competitive compensation program

A great work environment with career advancement opportunities

Business Development Manager (BDM) - Specialty Coatings Division
In business since 1952, Painters Supply & Equipment, Co. is a leading distributor of automotive and specialty paints, coatings, associated products and equipment in the automotive refinish and specialty coatings market. We are proud to supply our customers with world‑leading products from manufacturers such as PPG, 3M and Norton. Painters Supply has expanded to more than 50 stores in 12 states, servicing over 10,000+ customers. We are seeking dedicated and talented people to help provide industry‑leading service to our customers and to support our company’s fast growth.

Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
SALES

Maintain and grow current accounts

Identify, solicit, and secure new business

Develop and execute region sales plan consistent with budgetary goals

Deliver exceptional service to customers by understanding and proactively responding to their needs

Gain and maintain knowledge of market and actively compete to increase market share

Coordinate outside sales activities with Specialty Coatings Director, Region Sales Team, and Credit Department

Develop strong partnerships with sales team, branch employees and vendor representatives

Conduct sales calls and presentations to prospective and existing customers

Maintain effective, ongoing interaction with all vendors to maximize utilization of cost‑effective resources

Familiarize self with all product lines, including application and best practices

Assist customers with product selection and application to develop expert relationships

Develop sales presentations and promotions to facilitate growth within existing account and to develop new accounts

Conduct product demonstrations with customers and factory representatives

Prepare and create necessary documentation and reporting

Prepare and submit accurate and timely activity reports

CUSTOMER SERVICE

Investigate and follow up with all customer and Quality Management System concerns

Monitor and track customer back orders and provide customers with technical and marketing training as needed

Assist customers in determining inventory levels, color verification and field color formulations

Ensure proper documentation for all consigned inventory and equipment per Quality Management System (QMS) Work Instructions

MARKETING

Collect and maintain customer, territory, and target information

Identify current market competitors and performance levels

Collaborate with vendors in planning, targeting, and market growth efforts

Exhibit the ability to articulate company value proposition

Develop, implement, and maintain action plans to meet and exceed targeted revenue and profitability targets for new and existing customers

Prepare sales call reports, proposals, forecasts, and business plans

MANAGEMENT

Control expenses within projected budgets, maintain records and documentation for required submission as needed

Actively research General Industry and Commercial Coatings information through company training, trade journals, seminars, etc.

Understand sales goals and formulate a plan of action to attain company measures

Additional Duties

Attend and participate in all sales meetings

Participate in special project assignments and complete additional duties as needed

Assist in store operations during times needed, i.e. vacation, personal, medical absences, etc.

Assist with inside customer service as needed, to include processing customer orders per QMS Work Instructions

Conduct oneself in a professional manner to ensure exceptional quality and customers service expectations are met

Be able to work all scheduled hours as needed

Perform other duties as assigned

Overnight travel: 25%

Physical And Training Requirements

Required to lift and carry approximately 25‑50 lbs. frequently and 75‑100 lbs. on occasion

Must be able to physically demonstrate paint and associated products by utilizing various product delivery systems

Required courses: RIGHT‑TO‑KNOW Training (U.S.)

Operate vehicle in accordance with all state, provincial and federal laws, while maintaining an acceptable personal driving record

Must be licensed to operate vehicle in accordance with state, federal, and provincial law

Must have acceptable driving record from DMV/MTO

Must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug screen

College degree and 5 years of territory management preferred

Preferred Experience

Experience with high‑performance paints and coatings—Automotive, General Industrial, Commercial Fleet, Powder Coatings, Mil‑Spec, or Wood Finishes (5+ years preferred)

Experience in business development, managing both direct accounts and sharing accounts with general Territory Managers

Strong technical aptitude

Other Requirements
If usage of employee’s own vehicle is required for company business, employee must obtain appropriate insurance per Company Policy. Employee must be licensed and able to operate vehicle in accordance with state law, including commercial driver’s license if required. Must have acceptable driving record from State Motor Vehicle Bureau and be available for overnight travel approximately 25% of the time.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified. Depending on the experience, training and their development, employee may be given more discretion in carrying out their responsibilities.

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