Business Development Manager
QED Environmental Systems Americas · Dexter, MI · 1 mo ago
Hybrid$87k–$152k/yrFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections: About the role? Actually the posting includes description of Graco, QED, etc. We need to use for section headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections when posting has real, specific content.
We need to parse content:
- "Where You’ll Work - QED Environmental Systems, a subsidiary of Graco, Inc., located in Dexter, MI" -> location info. Could be part of About the role? Probably "About the role" includes description of role and location.
- The role description: "The Business Development Manager is responsible for driving new business growth..." etc. That's about the role.
- Responsibilities: The bullet list under "What You Will Do" includes Business Development & Pipeline Generation, Customer Engagement & Solution Selling, Market Intelligence & Strategy Execution, Performance Tracking & Reporting. Those are duties.
- Requirements/Qualifications: "What You Will Bring To Graco" includes Bachelor’s degree, 5+ years sales experience, etc. Also "Accelerators" includes experience selling into industrial, etc. Also "Applicants must be legally authorized..." etc. Also "Valid Driver’s License". So we can put those under Requirements or Qualifications.
- Skills: maybe list communication, influencing, presentation, self-motivated, resilient, CRM tools, etc.
- Benefits: "Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco’s comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more." Also "Graco is proud to be named a Best Place to Work..." Not a benefit but could be included. Also "Graco has excellent opportunities..." Not benefit. So we have benefits content.
- Pay: "$87,000.00 - $152,200.00" base pay range. Also mention base hourly rate determined etc. So we have pay.
- Schedule: Not mentioned. No schedule info. So we should NOT create Schedule section.
- Also we need to include location maybe under About the role.
We must not repeat job title as heading. The job title is Business Development Manager (maybe also Sales Development Manager? Actually posting mentions both? It says "The Business Development Manager is responsible..." then later "The Sales Development Manager is proactive..." Might be a mistake but we treat as same role. We'll not repeat title.
We must not include boilerplate like EEO, legal, etc. Remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. There's no explicit EEO but there is "Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States..." that's a requirement, keep. Also "This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship..." that's also a requirement (immigration). Keep as part of requirements.
We must not invent or summarize away detail. Preserve ALL substantive information.
We need to output only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown fences.
Thus produce something like:
for section headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections when posting has real, specific content.
We need to parse content:
- "Where You’ll Work - QED Environmental Systems, a subsidiary of Graco, Inc., located in Dexter, MI" -> location info. Could be part of About the role? Probably "About the role" includes description of role and location.
- The role description: "The Business Development Manager is responsible for driving new business growth..." etc. That's about the role.
- Responsibilities: The bullet list under "What You Will Do" includes Business Development & Pipeline Generation, Customer Engagement & Solution Selling, Market Intelligence & Strategy Execution, Performance Tracking & Reporting. Those are duties.
- Requirements/Qualifications: "What You Will Bring To Graco" includes Bachelor’s degree, 5+ years sales experience, etc. Also "Accelerators" includes experience selling into industrial, etc. Also "Applicants must be legally authorized..." etc. Also "Valid Driver’s License". So we can put those under Requirements or Qualifications.
- Skills: maybe list communication, influencing, presentation, self-motivated, resilient, CRM tools, etc.
- Benefits: "Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco’s comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more." Also "Graco is proud to be named a Best Place to Work..." Not a benefit but could be included. Also "Graco has excellent opportunities..." Not benefit. So we have benefits content.
- Pay: "$87,000.00 - $152,200.00" base pay range. Also mention base hourly rate determined etc. So we have pay.
- Schedule: Not mentioned. No schedule info. So we should NOT create Schedule section.
- Also we need to include location maybe under About the role.
We must not repeat job title as heading. The job title is Business Development Manager (maybe also Sales Development Manager? Actually posting mentions both? It says "The Business Development Manager is responsible..." then later "The Sales Development Manager is proactive..." Might be a mistake but we treat as same role. We'll not repeat title.
We must not include boilerplate like EEO, legal, etc. Remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. There's no explicit EEO but there is "Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States..." that's a requirement, keep. Also "This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship..." that's also a requirement (immigration). Keep as part of requirements.
We must not invent or summarize away detail. Preserve ALL substantive information.
We need to output only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown fences.
Thus produce something like:
About the role
Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. QED Environmental Systems, a subsidiary of Graco, Inc., located in Dexter, MI, is the market-leading provider of environmental technology solutions...
But we need to preserve all substantive information. Let's extract the descriptive paragraphs: First paragraph: "Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life." Second paragraph: "Where You’ll Work - QED Environmental Systems, a subsidiary of Graco, Inc., located in Dexter, MI QED Environmental Systems is the market-leading provider of environmental technology solutions. We design, manufacture and support solutions for groundwater, soil and gas management and detection applications into environmental, industrial and renewable energy markets worldwide. Since our inception, we have been the leading manufacturer of environmental monitoring and remediation equipment. We offer the best and most diverse product portfolio and solutions to our customers." Third paragraph: "Ready to join us? The Business Development Manager is responsible for driving new business growth by identifying, pursuing, and converting net-new customers and untapped market opportunities. This role focuses on building pipeline, penetrating new accounts, and expanding Graco’s footprint in targeted segments. The ideal candidate develops and executes outbound sales strategies, uncovers customer needs, and positions differentiated solutions that drive long-term value. This role requires strong prospecting discipline, business acumen, and the ability to engage decision-makers early in the buying cycle. The Sales Development Manager is proactive, resilient, and highly results-oriented, with a focus on creating new business momentum in emerging or underpenetrated markets." We could combine into About the role. Now Responsibilities: list under "What You Will Do". We have headings: Business Development & Pipeline Generation, Customer Engagement & Solution Selling, Market Intelligence & Strategy Execution, Performance Tracking & Reporting. Each has bullet points. We need to use- for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. So we can create a
- with
- items for each duty. Could also nest sublists? Probably just flat list of duties. But we need to preserve all detail. Could break each bullet into separate
- . Let's extract each bullet:
Under Business Development & Pipeline Generation:
- Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities within targeted industries, segments, and geographies.
- Build and maintain a robust pipeline through outbound prospecting, networking, and market intelligence.
- Qualify leads and opportunities, focusing on high-potential accounts aligned to strategic growth priorities.
- Develop entry strategies for new accounts, including stakeholder mapping and value positioning.
Customer Engagement & Solution Selling:
- Engage prospective customers to understand business challenges, needs, and decision drivers.
- Position Graco’s products and solutions in a compelling way that differentiates from competitors.
- Lead early-stage discovery conversations and shape opportunities prior to formal sales engagement.
- Partner with account managers, distributors, or specialists as opportunities progress toward close.
Market Intelligence & Strategy Execution:
- Monitor industry trends, competitive activity, and market dynamics to inform targeting and messaging.
- Provide insights from the field to influence product, marketing, and commercial strategies.
- Execute focused campaigns aligned to strategic growth initiatives or new product introductions.
- Continuously refine outreach strategies to improve conversion rates and pipeline quality.
Performance Tracking & Reporting:
- Track activity, pipeline development, and conversion metrics in CRM systems.
- Provide regular updates on pipeline health, key wins, and market insights.
- Maintain accurate records of prospect interactions and opportunity progression.
- Adjust strategies based on performance data and evolving business priorities.
Now Requirements/Qualifications: "What You Will Bring To Graco" list:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
- 5+ years of sales experience with a strong emphasis on new business development.
- Demonstrated success in prospecting, pipeline building, and converting new customers.
- Strong business acumen and ability to identify and qualify high-value opportunities.
- Excellent communication, influencing, and presentation skills.
- Self-motivated, resilient, and comfortable operating in ambiguity.
- Experience using CRM tools and digital sales platforms.
- Ability to travel approximately 25–40%.
- Valid Driver’s License and ability to maintain insurability with Graco’s chosen Fleet Insurer.
Accelerators:
- Experience selling into industrial or manufacturing environments.
- Proven track record of opening new markets or territories.
- Experience with complex or technical solution selling.
- MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Additional requirements:
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent and unrestricted basis.
- This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H-1B, TN, E-3, O-1, L-1, or employment-based permanent residence sponsorship).
- Candidates working under temporary employment authorization, including F-1 OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, or similar programs, are not eligible for this position.
We could separate Requirements (hard requirements) and Qualifications (preferred). But we only have headings: Requirements, Qualifications, Skills. We need to decide where to put what.
We could put the core requirements under "Requirements": Bachelor’s degree, 5+ years sales experience, demonstrated success, strong business acumen, excellent communication, self-motivated, CRM experience, travel ability, valid driver's license.
Under "Qualifications": Accelerators (experience selling into industrial, opening new markets, complex technical solution selling, MBA preferred). Also maybe the legal authorization and immigration sponsorship could be under Requirements as they are mandatory.
Under "Skills": communication, influencing, presentation, self-motivated, resilient, CRM tools, business acumen, prospecting, etc. But we might double count. Better to follow typical pattern: Requirements = mandatory; Qualifications = preferred; Skills = specific abilities.
Let's allocate:
Requirements (
Requirements
): - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field. - 5+ years of sales experience with a strong emphasis on new business development. - Demonstrated success in prospecting, pipeline building, and converting new customers. - Strong business acumen and ability to identify and qualify high-value opportunities. - Excellent communication, influencing, and presentation skills. - Self-motivated, resilient, and comfortable operating in ambiguity. - Experience using CRM tools and digital sales platforms. - Ability to travel approximately 25–40%. - Valid Driver’s License and ability to maintain insurability with Graco’s chosen Fleet Insurer. - Legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent and unrestricted basis. - Not eligible for immigration sponsorship (explicit statement). Actually that's a condition: "This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future". That's a requirement that candidate must not need sponsorship. We'll include as a bullet: "Not eligible for immigration sponsorship (H-1B, TN, E-3, O-1, L-1, or employment-based permanent residence)." - Candidates working under temporary employment authorization (F-1 OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, etc.) are not eligible. Qualifications (Qualifications
): - Experience selling into industrial or manufacturing environments. - Proven track record of opening new markets or territories. - Experience with complex or technical solution selling. - MBA or advanced degree preferred. Skills (Skills
): - Business acumen. - Prospecting and pipeline building. - Customer engagement and solution selling. - Market intelligence and strategy execution. - Performance tracking and reporting. - Communication, influencing, presentation. - Self-motivation, resilience. - CRM tools and digital sales platforms. - Ability to travel. But we might be duplicating. However we need to preserve all substantive information; we can include them in appropriate sections without losing detail. It's okay if some info appears in multiple sections? The instruction: "Preserve ALL substantive information; do NOT invent or summarize away detail." It doesn't forbid duplication, but better to avoid redundancy. However we need to fit into headings. We could put all mandatory items under Requirements, all preferred under Qualifications, and maybe Skills could be omitted if not distinct. But we need to include a section only when posting has real, specific content for it. The posting does mention skills like communication, influencing, presentation, self-motivated, resilient, CRM tools, etc. So we can have Skills section. We need to ensure we don't create sections with filler like "commensurate with experience". Not present. Benefits: we have "Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco’s comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more." Also "Graco is proud to be named a