Business Solutions Manager / Thumb

the Company • Saginaw, MI

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

This is an high-impact advisory role supporting manufacturers in a key regional market. The position offers strong autonomy to build and grow a defined territory, blending consultative sales and strategic business problem-solving. It provides a flexible remote work environment with regional travel and the opportunity to drive meaningful operational and organizational improvements for clients. Our client provides consulting services that help manufacturers improve performance, implement technology, and drive sustainable growth. They partner with organizations to enhance leadership, optimize operations, and deliver measurable business outcomes across multiple areas of the business.

Requirements

• 5+ years of business development experience, preferably in the manufacturing sector
• Experience selling engineering or manufacturing-related consulting services
• Proven ability to generate, develop, and close new business opportunities
• Strong consultative selling and problem-solving skills
• Experience with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must reside in or near the Michigan Thumb / Saginaw Bay region

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field
• Experience working with manufacturing leadership teams
• Background in process improvement, technology implementation, or organizational development

Responsibilities

• Independently generate new leads and build a strong pipeline
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and strategic partners
• Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities
• Assess client business and technical requirements
• Develop proposals and supporting documentation tailored to client needs
• Recommend solutions across business growth, technology implementation, productivity, and organizational development
• Partner with clients to schedule and deliver on sales commitments
• Conduct Lead Opportunity Assessments and provide recommendations (approx. 1 day/week)
• Maintain accurate client and opportunity data within CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce)

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Remote flexibility
• Strong autonomy
• Opportunity to make a direct impact within regional manufacturing organizations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior