RS Americas
KAM Business Development - Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
RS Americas, Richardson, Texas, United States, 75080
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Across the industrial design, manufacturing and maintenance worlds, we’re the digital destination for product and service solutions to help our customers with the maintenance, repair and operation of their businesses. We provide global access to an unrivalled range of over 750,000 stocked industrial products. Each day our team of experts deliver solutions to resolve our customer’s challenges across design, procurement, inventory and maintenance. We consistently strive to deliver the best possible service to all of our customers and challenge ourselves to provide a seamless procurement experience. About RS Group
Across the industrial design, manufacturing and maintenance worlds, we’re the digital destination for product and service solutions to help our customers with the maintenance, repair and operation of their businesses. We provide global access to an unrivalled range of over 750,000 stocked industrial products. Each day our team of experts deliver solutions to resolve our customer’s challenges across design, procurement, inventory and maintenance. We consistently strive to deliver the best possible service to all of our customers and challenge ourselves to provide a seamless procurement experience.
We are one team. We deliver brilliantly. We do the right thing. We make every day better. These are our values. They unite our c.9,000 global colleagues and differentiate us from our competition. They are a mix of how we work today and how we must step up for the future. Most importantly, it is one set of values shaped by our people, for our people.
Together, we can make great things happen. Aim for amazing and beyond.
About The Role
Role Purpose
The Key Account Manager focused on Business Development (KAM-BD) is responsible for achieving outsized growth within their assigned account base. These customers consist mainly of high potential customers which currently have a lower share of wallet purchase history with RS. The KAM-BD must build and maintain strong relationships with the customer and will be the main point of contact for higher potential customer opportunities, working closely with an assigned inside sales support team.
Responsibilities
Identify Market Opportunities: Stay updated on industry trends and identify potential growth areas and emerging markets within the assigned market Develop Strategic Business Plans: Create actionable plans to capitalize on identified opportunities, aligning with company goals Build and Maintain Relationships: Establish and nurture relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers within the high potential accounts Conduct Competitor Analysis: Analyze competitors to understand their strengths and weaknesses, and develop strategies to differentiate the company Sales Forecasting and Reporting: Provide accurate sales forecasts and regular reports on account performance and market conditions Negotiate Contracts: Negotiate terms and conditions with clients to secure profitable deals while maintaining strong relationships Collaborate with Internal Teams: Work closely with the inside sales, customer service, technical solutions and other teams to ensure client needs are met and opportunities are maximized Develop Strong Supplier Partnerships: Work closely with key suppliers to provide products and services that deliver great solutions to solve customer needs Adopt a Solution Selling Mindset: Focus on understanding the client's unique challenges and needs, then tailor your sales approach to offer customized solutions that address those specific issues, rather than just pushing products or services. Engage in Continuous Learning and Development: Stay informed about new products, services, and market conditions to provide the best solutions to clients.
How I Make a Difference In This Role
The Key Account Manager focused on Business Development drives company growth by identifying and engaging high potential accounts. They build strong relationships, understand client needs, and offer tailored product and service based solutions. Key tasks include market research, competitor analysis, contract negotiation, collaboration with internal teams and accurate sales forecasts. They focus on customer growth and retention through upselling and cross-selling. Continuous learning is essential to stay updated on market trends and new products. Their proactive, strategic approach ensures long-term success and competitiveness for the company.
Org Structure
Reports to a Field Sales Manager. Member of a field sales team. Works closely with the inside sales team.
Candidate Requirements
Essential Skills & Experience
New business skill to grow high potential customers Effective communication with customers, suppliers, and employees Strong negotiation skills to help win profitable business Strategic thinking to develop long-term account plans B2B market experience and expertise within an industrial product category Problem-solving to address client challenges with innovative solutions Sales forecasting to predict sales trends and provide accurate reports Networking to build and maintain a robust network of industry contacts Customer relationship management to foster and maintain strong client relationships Adaptability with the skills to adjust strategies based on market changes and client needs Analytical skills to analyze data to make informed business decisions Sales tools including CRM systems like Salesforce.com or equivalent
Desirable Skills & Experience
Experience within the industrial automation and supply industry
Essential Qualifications (Must Be Evidenced At Offer Stage)
5+ years of previous experience in business development for a distributor 5+ years of previous experience working within industrial B2B industry Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
Equal Employment Opportunity
RS Americas is an equal opportunity employer and maintains policies and practices that are designed to prevent and prohibit unlawful discrimination against any qualified employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military/veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other unlawful classification to the extent protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all employment practices, including hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, training and termination. Employees who engage in unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
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RS Americas KAM Business Development - Dallas-Fort Worth, TX 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
KAM Business Development - Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
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RS Americas About RS Group
Apply (by clicking the relevant button) after checking through all the related job information below.
Across the industrial design, manufacturing and maintenance worlds, we’re the digital destination for product and service solutions to help our customers with the maintenance, repair and operation of their businesses. We provide global access to an unrivalled range of over 750,000 stocked industrial products. Each day our team of experts deliver solutions to resolve our customer’s challenges across design, procurement, inventory and maintenance. We consistently strive to deliver the best possible service to all of our customers and challenge ourselves to provide a seamless procurement experience. About RS Group
Across the industrial design, manufacturing and maintenance worlds, we’re the digital destination for product and service solutions to help our customers with the maintenance, repair and operation of their businesses. We provide global access to an unrivalled range of over 750,000 stocked industrial products. Each day our team of experts deliver solutions to resolve our customer’s challenges across design, procurement, inventory and maintenance. We consistently strive to deliver the best possible service to all of our customers and challenge ourselves to provide a seamless procurement experience.
We are one team. We deliver brilliantly. We do the right thing. We make every day better. These are our values. They unite our c.9,000 global colleagues and differentiate us from our competition. They are a mix of how we work today and how we must step up for the future. Most importantly, it is one set of values shaped by our people, for our people.
Together, we can make great things happen. Aim for amazing and beyond.
About The Role
Role Purpose
The Key Account Manager focused on Business Development (KAM-BD) is responsible for achieving outsized growth within their assigned account base. These customers consist mainly of high potential customers which currently have a lower share of wallet purchase history with RS. The KAM-BD must build and maintain strong relationships with the customer and will be the main point of contact for higher potential customer opportunities, working closely with an assigned inside sales support team.
Responsibilities
Identify Market Opportunities: Stay updated on industry trends and identify potential growth areas and emerging markets within the assigned market Develop Strategic Business Plans: Create actionable plans to capitalize on identified opportunities, aligning with company goals Build and Maintain Relationships: Establish and nurture relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers within the high potential accounts Conduct Competitor Analysis: Analyze competitors to understand their strengths and weaknesses, and develop strategies to differentiate the company Sales Forecasting and Reporting: Provide accurate sales forecasts and regular reports on account performance and market conditions Negotiate Contracts: Negotiate terms and conditions with clients to secure profitable deals while maintaining strong relationships Collaborate with Internal Teams: Work closely with the inside sales, customer service, technical solutions and other teams to ensure client needs are met and opportunities are maximized Develop Strong Supplier Partnerships: Work closely with key suppliers to provide products and services that deliver great solutions to solve customer needs Adopt a Solution Selling Mindset: Focus on understanding the client's unique challenges and needs, then tailor your sales approach to offer customized solutions that address those specific issues, rather than just pushing products or services. Engage in Continuous Learning and Development: Stay informed about new products, services, and market conditions to provide the best solutions to clients.
How I Make a Difference In This Role
The Key Account Manager focused on Business Development drives company growth by identifying and engaging high potential accounts. They build strong relationships, understand client needs, and offer tailored product and service based solutions. Key tasks include market research, competitor analysis, contract negotiation, collaboration with internal teams and accurate sales forecasts. They focus on customer growth and retention through upselling and cross-selling. Continuous learning is essential to stay updated on market trends and new products. Their proactive, strategic approach ensures long-term success and competitiveness for the company.
Org Structure
Reports to a Field Sales Manager. Member of a field sales team. Works closely with the inside sales team.
Candidate Requirements
Essential Skills & Experience
New business skill to grow high potential customers Effective communication with customers, suppliers, and employees Strong negotiation skills to help win profitable business Strategic thinking to develop long-term account plans B2B market experience and expertise within an industrial product category Problem-solving to address client challenges with innovative solutions Sales forecasting to predict sales trends and provide accurate reports Networking to build and maintain a robust network of industry contacts Customer relationship management to foster and maintain strong client relationships Adaptability with the skills to adjust strategies based on market changes and client needs Analytical skills to analyze data to make informed business decisions Sales tools including CRM systems like Salesforce.com or equivalent
Desirable Skills & Experience
Experience within the industrial automation and supply industry
Essential Qualifications (Must Be Evidenced At Offer Stage)
5+ years of previous experience in business development for a distributor 5+ years of previous experience working within industrial B2B industry Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
Equal Employment Opportunity
RS Americas is an equal opportunity employer and maintains policies and practices that are designed to prevent and prohibit unlawful discrimination against any qualified employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military/veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other unlawful classification to the extent protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all employment practices, including hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, training and termination. Employees who engage in unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
Seniority level
Seniority levelMid-Senior level Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionSales and Business Development IndustriesAutomation Machinery Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at RS Americas by 2x Get notified about new Key Account Manager jobs in
Richardson, TX . Dallas, TX $181,000.00-$290,000.00 1 day ago District Manager (Sales/Business Development - North DFW based)Regional Sales Manager - Modular Central Plant (MCP) - Business Development Grand Prairie, TX $42,000.00-$180,000.00 2 weeks ago KAM Business Development - Dallas-Fort Worth, TXKAM Business Development - Dallas-Fort Worth, TXCustomer Success Advisor (Retail industry) Dallas, TX $90,000.00-$130,000.00 2 weeks ago Program Implementation Manager, Clinical Studies Irving, TX $88,100.00-$108,900.00 3 days ago Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex $70,000.00-$90,000.00 4 weeks ago Regional Sales Manager (Dallas-Fort Worth) Irving, TX $111,140.00-$137,220.00 6 days ago National Account Manager- Convenience Channel Dallas, TX $100,000.00-$120,000.00 1 month ago Key Account Manager - Non Traditional (Central) Dallas, TX $75,000.00-$95,000.00 3 months ago Dallas, TX $60,000.00-$65,000.00 3 weeks ago National Account Manager – Elevator Industry (North America)Regional Sales Manager – Automotive Aftermarket (Remote) #ESF5394Territory Sales Manager (Texas/Oklahoma) We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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