Business Development Associate

Taylor Communications•Eden Prairie, MN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Taylor Corporation is a dynamic, diversified company with big plans for the future ― and your career. We power our employees’ potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. If you’re ready for something bigger ― more challenge, more variety, more pathways for professional growth ― we should talk. We’re passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we’re looking for people like you. Ready to reach your potential? It’s time to look at Taylor. Your Opportunity: Taylor Promotional Products (TPP) is looking for highly motivated and high-energy Business Development Associate to join their team! The Business Development Associate will work closely with the Business Development Managers, VPs of Sales, Subject Matter Experts, and other company leaders. This position is focused on assisting in strategic selling specifically of our Ready Set Gift direct brand. Work Authorization: To be considered for the Taylor opportunities, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or 1+ years in sales preferred
Willingness to learn, listen to feedback, and ask questions
Proactive, conscientious, self-motivated, and goal-oriented individual with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively alone and as part of a team
Excellent time-management skills
A courteous and professional demeanor
Persistence, determination, and patience
Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant software

Responsibilities

Build and manage demand generation pipeline, proactively marketing and reacting to new business opportunities in the market
Communicate with ideal customer profiles (ICPs) via outbound phone calls, networking, email, marketing campaigns, social media and video to create awareness for Taylor
Achieve and exceed performance objectives
Analyze insights to develop sales activity plans and customer engagements while watching market data and reacting to industry trends
Assist with drafting business plans, sales pitches, presentations, reference material, and other documents as required
Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines
Learn and demonstrate a fundamental understanding of all solution sets while articulating the value proposition to decision-makers across financial services, insurance, retail and manufacturing industries
Provide baseline research within assigned accounts to identify key contacts and other critical information prior to communication