Manufacturing Business Development Manager

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TECHLITE, a division of The Zippertubing Company, is a leader in acoustic and insulation products. TECHLITE a manufacturer for more than 50 years, located in Tempe, AZ is seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to expand our presence in the acoustic panel and specialty insulation industries. This role focuses on identifying new opportunities, developing and executing marketing strategies, building strong client relationships, and driving revenue growth through strategic partnerships. The ideal candidate combines technical understanding of manufacturing solutions with a proven ability to close deals and build lasting business relationships. Lead business development, client engagement, technical project execution, and sales development for our industry-leading acoustic treatment and insulation product systems. This role combines consultative selling with hands-on project management to deliver high-performance products across architectural, industrial, and commercial spaces.

Job Specific Responsibilities:

• Identify, research, and pursue new business opportunities
• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue targets and company growth goals
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers, partners, and industry contacts
• Conduct client meetings, presentations, and negotiations to secure new contracts
• Identify key trends in the industry while analyzing market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to inform business strategy
• Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, production, and operations) to align customer needs with capabilities
• Maintain accurate records of leads, opportunities, and sales activities in CRM systems
• Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and networking opportunities
• Prepare and deliver proposals, quotes, and contracts to prospective clients
• Report on sales metrics, pipeline activity, and market insights to leadership

Qualifications / Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in business, marketing, engineering or closely related field
• 2+ years of experience in business development, project management, or B2B sales in manufacturing
• Excellent technical skills with MS Office and other programs as needed
• Identify, research, and pursue new business opportunities in the manufacturing sector for our Acoustics and Insulation products
• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue targets and company growth goals
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers, partners, and industry contacts
• Conduct client meetings, presentations, and negotiations to secure new contracts
• Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, production, operations and leadership) to align customer needs with capabilities
• Maintain accurate records of leads, opportunities, and sales activities in CRM systems
• Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and networking opportunities
• Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to inform business strategy
• Prepare and deliver proposals, quotes, and contracts to prospective clients
• Report on sales metrics, pipeline activity, and market insights to senior leadership

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, NetSuite, or similar)
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma concepts
• Prior experience in architectural acoustics panels is a huge plus

This Role:

• Reports to the General Manager
• Salary Position
• May occasionally travel domestically to customers or trade shows.

Benefits:

• 80 hours of vacation
• 48 hours of sick time
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flex Spend (Allegiance)
• 401K w/match
• Company Paid Life / AD&D insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday based on scheduled hours

Schedule:

• Full-Time
• 5:00a – 3:30p (10-hour shift) Monday – Thursday; with Fri., Sat., Sun., off
• In-office position - Tempe, AZ (near Priest and University)

Our Mission: To empower innovation through materials, science and collaboration.

Environment / Physical Demands:

As part of this job, the candidate can anticipate working in an office with multiple occupants, attending virtual team meetings, and visiting customers in person as needed. The noise level in the work environment is typically quiet to moderate. Standard office equipment like computers, phones, and photocopiers will be used regularly. There may be times when the candidate will need to report to our Chandler facility for training and meetings during the workday. The position involves sitting, talking and, hearing throughout the 8-10-hour shift. Physical Demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a step ladder or climb stairs as necessary. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 40 pounds.

Techlite, a division of Zippertubing,^® is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Techlite, a division of Zippertubing^® is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Techlite, a divison of Zippertubing^® are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Techlite a division of Zippertubing^® will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Techlite a division of Zippertubing^® encourages applicants of all ages.

**Direct Applicants Only:** The company is handling all recruitment for this position internally. Third-party recruiters or staffing agencies are asked to refrain from contacting the company at this time. Unsolicited submissions will not be considered.

For more information about Techlite, please visit our website: www.techlite.com.

• Techlite, a division of Zippertubing® uses E-Verify.

• Criminal background check (Required)

• English (Required)

• US work authorization is a must
• Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

• Job Type: Full Time