
Director, Strategic Accounts
- Cincinnati, OH
- $115,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Identify, qualify and win new business orders that are aligned with the company's strategic goals and capabilities within the military and defense market.
- Develop and execute winning strategies, including proposal development, contract negotiations and customer engagements that reflect terms and conditions that prudently protect the BU interests.
- Prepare and present regular management reports to summarize sales activity, actual and forecast sales volume, product mix, key account activity, etc.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key military and defense stakeholders, including government agencies, contractors and end-users. At the same time, build equally strong relationships within our organization to ensure we execute on key deliverables.
- Conduct market research to identify trends, competitive landscapes and customer needs. Prepare comprehensive internal reports on findings.
- Work with internal teams (e.g., engineering, marketing, sales) to align strategies and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Maintain, update and grow a robust pipeline of qualified opportunities. Utilize all tools available to include our Distribution Partners and Manufacturing Rep Partners.
- Achieve and exceed sales targets that drive explosive growth within the military & defense sector.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards within the military and defense industry.
- Work with Senior Leadership to set Military & Defense budget and forecast which drives the commercial growth and sustained profitability of the BU.
- Strong understanding of the military and defense market: Experience with government contracting, military organizations, and relevant industry regulations.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills: Ability to build rapport, present proposals, and negotiate contracts effectively.
- Ability to develop and execute strategic and long-term business development plans.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Proven track record of identifying and securing new business opportunities.
- Develop technical expertise in relevant areas such as engineering, technology, or defense systems.
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Business Management, or related field.
- Proven experience working as a Sales Manager.
- Business and financial acumen, including a solid understanding of budgeting and forecasting are essential - sound analytical skills and decision-making capabilities.
- Strong results orientation and execution capabilities - excellent strategic thinking and conceptual skills.
- Proven ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and consistently meet deadlines and achieve desired results.
- Demonstrated ability to lead market growth with solid team building skills while remaining coachable.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to communicate as effectively on the shop floor as in the executive suite.
- Travel upwards to 30% + of the time.