Role Overview: Drive Growth with Data, Shape Strategy, and Elevate Customer Relationships Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for data-driven growth and a knack for building customer relationships? As the Business Development Manager, you will partner with three dynamic SFT businesses, leading a data-centric approach to sales and strategy that broadens our market reach, boosts revenue, and strengthens customer connections. You’ll harness the power of data analytics to uncover market insights, evaluate performance, and fine-tune our strategies for measurable growth. In this role, you’ll not only contribute to business expansion but also mentor and empower our sales professionals, ensuring they have the analytics tools and strategies needed to succeed. If you thrive on using data insights to drive decisions and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity to make a lasting impact. Why This Role is Exciting As a Business Development Manager at SFT, you’ll be at the forefront of using data to drive impactful decisions. From developing customer strategies based on insights to mentoring teams on leveraging data, your contributions will shape our growth and success. This role is ideal for a growth-minded leader who thrives on using data to make a measurable difference in a company with ambitious goals. Responsibilities / Tasks GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 8 + years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide. Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses At GEA, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to thrive, grow, and make an impact.