Rail Partners Management Group, LLC (“Rail Partners”) announced today that its managed affiliat...
Rail Partners Completes 2nd Acquisition
Rail Partners Affiliate Completes Acquisition
Rail Partners Management Group, LLC (“Rail Partners”) announced today that a managed affiliate ...
Job Summary
This position of VP of Business Development requires a senior business development executive who can identify potential new business for terminal transload facilities operated by, or to be developed by the Company, with a primary initial focus on the steel, lumber, and other building material commodities that are transported by rail and truck. This executive will need to actively lead the business development function in an effective, aggressive manner both for import and export commodities. These needs, essential at this stage of the company’s development, establish the necessary professional background and experience parameters for the successful candidate.
Duties and Requirements
include the following. Other duties may be assigned as necessary by supervisor. In order to perform the essential functions of the job, the incumbent must possess, at a minimum, the following skills and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Duties:
- Serve as a key member of the executive team that sets the company’s strategic direction.
- Spearhead business development initiatives that are consistent with the company’s overall strategy.
- Manage multiple business initiatives in a start-up environment.
- Revenue generation and strategic partnerships development and management.
- Build and manage a business development team.
- Manage complex contract negotiation and work with legal counsel as required.
- Win early customers with limited support.
- Be the driving force in the development of the work ethic, culture and values of the sales and business development group.
- Through personal example, establish the style and approach which will characterize the Company’s dealings with the marketplace.
- Develop strong client relationships on all levels.
- Keep up with industry dynamics.
- Oversee development of proposals & budgets.
- Research & drive business expansion/collaboration opportunities for the market; develop, in conjunction with senior management, the market strategic plan.
- Development of sales presentations & action plans for potential new clients.
- Act as a strong team player in the management of business sold.
Position Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent industry experience.
- Ability to travel up to 60% of the time, including overnight stays.
- Strong Organizational and leadership skills for a multifaceted work environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, strong oral and written communication
- Detail oriented and customer focused.
- Familiar with applicable Federal, State and Local regulatory agency requirements for handling steel and other building products both foreign and domestic.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the Company and its insurers.
- Preferred Experience, Skills and Knowledge, above the minimum requirements, not required but advantageous in this position.
- Proven track record in sales and marketing; affinity/partnership.
- Positive attitude toward producing results.
- Impeccable oral and verbal communications and presentation skills.
- Experience in defining industry sector trends.