Business Development Manager - Service Contractor (South Texas)

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions•Houston, TX

About The Position

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow. Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions. Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com. If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family! If you are a current employee, please navigate here to apply internally. 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 South/Central 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
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
Candidate must be located in San Antonio/Austin, TX area

Responsibilities

Relationship Development: Build and maintain strong relationships with distributor leadership and branch teams across Texas. Become a trusted partner by understanding the needs of distributors and delivering exceptional service and support.
Distributor Support and Engagement: 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.
Collaboration and Market Alignment: 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.
Demand Generation and Market Share Growth: Position Wilkins as the preferred brand among Plumbing, Mechanical, and Fire Protection distributors in Texas. 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.
Leadership and Communication: 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
Understand and communicate product capabilities and applications
Develop and offer project quotations to maximize profitability within pricing guidelines as necessary
Understand market drivers, technical trends, customer requirements (e.g., new products or services), and competitive landscape
Provide qualitative voice-of-customer feedback to new product development teams on Zurn Elkay’s existing products, new products and competitor offerings.