Business Development Manager - Service Contractor (South Texas)

Elkay Manufacturing • Minneapolis, MN

75d

About The Position

The Service Contractor Business Development Manager – Wilkins Product Group will be responsible for developing and nurturing meaningful relationships with Plumbing, Mechanical, and Fire Protection distributors throughout Texas. This role will focus on driving demand, increasing distributor engagement, and positioning Wilkins as the preferred brand in the distribution channel. Through a comprehensive service and support system, this individual will lead the charge in creating strong partnerships that result in Wilkins products being the primary choice for distributors statewide.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience required.
• Minimum of 5-8 years’ experience in business development, sales, or account management, preferably in the plumbing or construction industries.
• Strong understanding of the Texas distribution market and distributor dynamics.
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to lead training sessions, events, and promotional activities effectively.
• Experience working with CRM tools to manage relationships and track opportunities.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Willingness to travel 75% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with distributor leadership and branch teams across Texas.
• Conduct branch-level training to ensure distributor teams are knowledgeable and confident in promoting Wilkins products.
• Provide product and marketing support to distributors, including promotional materials and targeted campaigns.
• Organize and lead events, such as counter days, to engage with distributor staff and customers.
• Work closely with the Contractor Business Development Manager (BDM) to generate demand that benefits distribution partners.
• Partner with manufacturer representatives to align strategies and execution plans.
• Share market intelligence, including new specifications, contractor conversions, and industry trends, with distribution partners.
• Develop strategies to ensure top distribution branches stock Wilkins products as their sole manufacturer.
• Drive demand through superior service, training, and support to make Wilkins the go-to choice for distributors and their customers.
• Act as the face of Wilkins to the distributor community, representing the brand at events and meetings.
• Communicate opportunities, challenges, and successes to internal teams and external partners.
• Maintain and update distributor engagement and opportunities in the company’s CRM system.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Educational Reimbursement
• Matching Gift Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan – purchase company stock at a discount!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees