Highlights
In this role, you will identify customer engineering challenges, deliver tailored products and component solutions, and manage the technical interface for program launches. Launch Management: Lead technical interfaces for program launches and engineering changes, driving milestones for profitability and timing.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Kendallville, IN |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 50 to 99 employees |
| Year Founded | 2002 |
| Website | https://www.gablessearch.com/ |
Description
Job Title: Business Development Manager – Industrial & Aerospace
Reports To: Director of Sales
Travel: 30–50% (Customers & Manufacturing Sites)
Job Summary
We are seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth and provide technical sales support within the Industrial and Aerospace markets. In this role, you will identify customer engineering challenges, deliver tailored products and component solutions, and manage the technical interface for program launches. This position focuses heavily on expanding market share with existing accounts and building strong distributor relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Account Growth: Build relationships with distributors and customer engineering teams to identify new opportunities and expand market share.
Technical Support: Partner with the sales team to develop, validate, and present engineered solutions to clients.
Launch Management: Lead technical interfaces for program launches and engineering changes, driving milestones for profitability and timing.
Product Expertise: Maintain deep knowledge of product lines, applications, and competitor offerings to make expert recommendations.
Looking for commutable candidates.
Qualifications
Experience: 5+ years of technical or industrial sales experience.
Education: Bachelor’s degree.
Skills: Strong understanding of GD&T/descriptive geometry. Proficiency in MS Office and CRM/project tracking tools.
Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with Aerospace AS9100 or Automotive APQP/PPAP systems is highly beneficial.
Nice-to-Haves: Experience with composite materials, CAD/CAE tools, designing components or Product Data Management (PDM).
Core Competencies
Driven for results & highly organized
Strong customer focus & approachability
Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
About Company
Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002. Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.
At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations. Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.
Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.