Business Development Manager- Chicago

Trimac isn't just a transportation company; it's an industry disruptor with a remarkable 80-year legacy of safely delivering products that improve people’s lives across North America. 

Our workplace culture is centered on being safe, respectful, innovative and inclusive. We are committed to maintaining a rewarding work environment that allows employees to experience new opportunities and build their chosen careers. Across the company, we encourage open communication, champion integrity, celebrate individuality and cultivate diverse talents and perspectives. If you’re ready for a challenge that will help drive forward an industry leading team, we invite you to begin your journey with us.

Reporting to the Director, Emergent Sales the objective of this position is to grow revenues
through customer acquisition as well as adding services to an existing book of business
that will be allocated to the role.

This position is accountable for the achievement of budgeted revenues through the
development of new and profitable business as well as the maintenance of present
assigned contracts. The incumbent also provides input to Head Office and Region
Management on the development of pricing policies; sells required rate increases to
customers, and reports on the impact of pricing policies after implementation.

This role interacts with senior management, internal departments, legal counsel, operating
terminals, front-line managers, external agents, industry representatives, competitors, and
key contacts with current and potential customers.

• Demonstrated strength in project and teamwork
• Knowledge of marketing strategies
• Positive orientation to problem solving
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Strong mathematical abilities for rate quotations and costing process
• Advanced working skill of Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word and
Power Point
• Accountable for developing an environment that adheres to the companies Safety,
Health, and Environmental and Security policies

• Accountable for the achievement of budgeted revenues through the development
of new business opportunities and the expansion of existing client relationships.
• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities through market research,
industry analysis, and relationship building.
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to develop and execute
strategies to drive revenue growth and achieve sales targets.
• Lead the negotiation and closure of business deals, contracts and partnerships.
• Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions and competitive activities to
identify opportunities for growth and innovation.
• Prepare and deliver presentations, proposals, and business plans to potential
clients and partners.
• Monitor and analyze key performance metrics to track progress and evaluate the
effectiveness of business development efforts.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on business
development activities, pipeline, and results.
• Travel Required 40-50% of the time

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing or related field.
• Proven experience in business development, sales or related field

We invest in our employee’s growth through training and development programs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package such as:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and many more health and wellness benefits
• Paid vacation, floating holidays, sick time, and company holidays
• Paid time off for volunteer activities to help give back to our communities
• Tuition Reimbursement Program to achieve your educational goals
• Continuous learning and career development

• We make safety a part of every decision
• We make safety personal
• We have the courage to intervene