Senior Manager - Business Development

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Lewisville, TX, USA
Hybrid
Senior level
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The Role
Leads business development strategy, market and opportunity research, acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, product-gap identification, cost-savings analysis, and revenue growth initiatives. Manages business development teams, sets goals, oversees profitability and revenue targets, develops business plans, forecasts performance, and reports to Finance and management. Requires extensive financial analysis, sales, negotiation, relationship-building, and strategic problem-solving experience, with 50–75% travel.
Summary Generated by Built In

As the Senior Manager - Business Development, you will manage research, analyze, and develop new business opportunities in conjunction with sales and financial objectives. You will be responsible for creating effective business plans to generate revenue, increase product lines, expand into new markets, and improve customer satisfaction. You will analyze and monitor business growth and decline, as well as provide possible solutions and new ways to strengthen the Company's competitive position within the industry.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversees development and research activities to build on Company strengths, identifies potential new markets and business opportunities, increases market share, and strengthens Wesco’s competitive position within the industry.
  • Represents Wesco in identifying, evaluating, and negotiating acquisitions, partnerships, alliances, joint ventures, and start-ups in current and new business.
  • Finds, calculates, and documents cost savings related to direct spend, indirect spend and value add services programs.
  • Creates and implements account business development activities including product gap identification, account discovery process, and complete organization engagement.
  • Manages a team of experienced professional Business Development employees and/or supervisors or manages large, complex support, production or operations team(s) or manages a business process/project.
  • Establishes annual goals and priorities for achievement of operational results created by business development and passed to the sales team.
  • Accountable for the revenue target performance and profitability results of a collective team.
  • Regularly produce, review, and submit required documentation and reports required by Finance and management on the status of the ongoing business including forecasting future performance.

Qualifications:

  • High School Degree or Equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration preferred.
  • 8+ years required of experience directly related to position.
  • 8+ years required of financial analysis, sales, negotiation.
  • Knowledge of industry including suppliers, customers, and competitors.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong business analysis, financial modeling, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to initiate and develop relationships with key decision makers inside and outside company.
  • Ability to spot new business opportunities and quickly evaluate opportunities.
  • Ability to analyze financial and operational data, statements, and projections.
  • Ability to identify and cultivate external resources.
  • Ability to establish relationships of trust.
  • Ability to solve difficult, technical, or complex problems; analyzes and investigates complex problems and devises solutions.
  • Ability to adapt plans and priorities to address resources and operational challenges within a fast-paced environment.
  • 10+ years preferred of experience directly related to position.
  • 10+ years preferred of financial analysis, sales, negotiation.
  • Knowledge of Wesco’s existing business lines, strengths and challenges preferred.
  • Ability to accurately recognize when additional company resources are required.
  • Ability to travel 50% - 75%

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About UsThis amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.

For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan.

In addition, Wesco offers a benefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here.
About the TeamAt Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on. ​

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.  ​

Learn more about Working at Wesco here and apply online today!​

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.​

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.​

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. 

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.

Skills Required

  • High school degree or equivalent
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration
  • 8+ years of experience directly related to the position
  • 8+ years of experience in financial analysis, sales, and negotiation
  • Knowledge of industry suppliers, customers, and competitors
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong business analysis, financial modeling, and negotiation skills
  • Ability to develop relationships with internal and external key decision makers
  • Ability to identify and evaluate new business opportunities
  • Ability to analyze financial and operational data, statements, and projections
  • Ability to identify and cultivate external resources
  • Ability to establish relationships of trust
  • Ability to solve difficult, technical, or complex problems
  • Ability to adapt plans and priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • 10+ years of experience directly related to the position
  • 10+ years of experience in financial analysis, sales, and negotiation
  • Knowledge of Wesco's existing business lines, strengths, and challenges
  • Ability to recognize when additional company resources are required
  • Ability to travel 50%–75%

WESCO International Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about WESCO International and has not been reviewed or approved by WESCO International.

  • Retirement Support Feedback suggests the 401(k) with company match is a relative strong point and is consistently part of the package. Retirement offerings are frequently cited as a solid element within the total rewards.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Feedback suggests PTO policies are favorable, including self‑managed or generous banks in some roles along with paid holidays. Paid parental leave and related time‑off options add to the perceived strength of leave benefits.
  • Flexible Benefits Feedback suggests employees have meaningful choice through medical plan options with HSA/FSA alongside ancillary programs like EAP, discounts, and supplemental coverages. The breadth of selectable add‑ons supports tailoring benefits to individual needs.

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The Company
Pittsburgh, PA
10,264 Employees

What We Do

At Wesco, we believe life should run smoothly. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on. Harnessing 100 years of ingenuity and expertise, we increase profitability, improve productivity and mitigate risk for approximately 150,000 customers worldwide. With nearly 1.5 million products and locations in more than 50 countries, Wesco is your partner in progress. Our company’s greatest asset is our people. From our corporate and field offices to our distribution sites, Wesco employs over 20,000 professionals around the globe. We’re committed to fostering diversity and inclusion across our workforce by embracing the unique perspectives, authenticity, and individuality our team members contribute to the company. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company with 2022 net sales of $21.4 billion.

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