BUSINESS GROWTH MANAGER

BUSINESS GROWTH MANAGER Hot Job Lester Electrical - Lincoln, NE 68522 Apply Overview Salary Range $90,000.00 - $125,000.00 Salary/year Apply Description Are you energized by opening doors, creating opportunities, and winning new business? Lester Electrical is entering an exciting phase of growth and is seeking a driven, relationship-focused sales professional to help expand our market presence and develop new customer partnerships across distribution, OEM, and manufacturing channels. This role is ideal for a proactive hunter who enjoys building pipelines, pursuing opportunities, and converting prospects into long-term customers. The Business Growth Manager will focus primarily on identifying and securing new business opportunities while maintaining ownership of customer relationships through onboarding and early growth stages. If you thrive on creating momentum, building relationships, and delivering measurable results, we’d like to meet you. Why join our crew? Flexible hybrid office / remote work schedule possibility Positive, collaborative and down-to-earth team culture Competitive salary and benefits plus performance-based bonus opportunity Opportunity to make a visible impact in a growing company Stable manufacturing environment with long-term growth potential International exposure with leading customers and partners Leadership team that values initiative, accountability, and practical decision-making ESOP (employee-owned) company celebrating our 60+ years of innovation Position Summary Reporting to the Sales & Marketing Director, the Business Growth Manager is responsible for driving new customer acquisition and expanding market presence across key industrial and manufacturing segments. The primary focus of this role is outbound business development, prospecting, pipeline development, and revenue growth. This individual will identify high-potential opportunities, develop strategic relationships, and secure new distribution, OEM, and manufacturing business. Unlike traditional account management roles that focus primarily on maintaining established business, this position is designed for a highly motivated professional who is energized by creating new opportunities and expanding market reach. Qualifications Education, Experience and Skills 5+ years of successful B2B sales, business development, or customer acquisition experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial markets Proven success generating new business through prospecting, networking, relationship development, and strategic outreach Experience working with Distributors, Manufacturers Representatives, and/or OEM customers preferred Demonstrated ability to build trust quickly and convert prospects into long-term customer relationships Strong business acumen with the ability to identify customer needs and growth opportunities Ability to understand and communicate technical product capabilities and customer requirements Self-motivated, highly driven, and results-oriented with strong organizational skills Comfortable with regular travel to customer sites, industry events, and trade shows Strong verbal, written and presentation skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM / ERP system Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred Work Relationships This position reports to the Sales & Marketing Director and works closely with technical services, engineering, operations, finance, and customer support to deliver exceptional customer experiences and support profitable growth initiatives. Essential Job Functions Identify, pursue, and secure new distribution, OEM, and manufacturing customers Develop and manage a healthy pipeline of qualified opportunities through proactive outreach, networking, referrals, trade shows, and market development activities Drive new revenue growth through strategic prospecting and relationship development Develop account entry strategies and customer growth plans for targeted opportunities Lead customer onboarding and support early-stage account growth and relationship development Coordinate internally to deliver quotations, technical recommendations, product launches, and customer support Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and customer needs, providing actionable feedback to leadership Represent the company at trade shows, conferences, and industry associations Maintain accurate pipeline activity, forecasting, and customer information within CRM systems Partner cross-functionally to ensure strong execution, customer satisfaction, and long-term business success Apply Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and a brief introduction directly to the Sales & Marketing Director at [email protected] . Confidential inquiries are welcome. Any job offer will be contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug & alcohol screen and background check. Apply now to elevate your career in a growing industry with limitless potential. Lester Electrical is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of protected classes. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status