Develop and maintain strategic business relationships with highest-level decision makers within targeted markets
Initiate early-stage engagement with C-suite executives, general contractors, owners, architects, engineers, and senior stakeholders
Implement business strategies to build profitable relationships and uncover new revenue opportunities by integrating Ferguson’s products, solutions, and services early in design and construction
Establish and drive cross regional/national business development plans for targeted markets and stakeholders
Manage existing customer and vendor relationships and monitor customer and competitor activity
Negotiate and finalize partnership agreements aligned with company strategic objectives
Drive brand awareness across Ferguson customer groups and position Own Brand and sustainable product strategy
Assess and manage risks associated with Megaproject deals, developing mitigation strategies
Coordinate marketing strategies related to business development efforts
Recommend standards and provide input for sales targets and quotas where appropriate
Establish budgets, approve expenditures and allocate resources as needed within budget
Visit and represent the organization to high-level current and potential clients within assigned market verticals
Requirements
8+ years’ experience in the broader Architecture, Engineering and/or Construction (AEC) industry
Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field (preferred)
Strong understanding of Megaproject lifecycle: Project Funding to Project Completion
Executive presence and high-level influencing skills
Outstanding communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Experience in collaborative project delivery methods and innovative approaches
Proven track record developing executive leadership and key partner relationships
Relationship building with General Contractors, Owners, Designers
Ability to travel up to 50%
Benefits
health, dental, vision
paid time off
life insurance
401(k) with a company match
mental health coverage
gender affirming and family building benefits
paid parental leave
associate discounts
community involvement opportunities
Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
business developmentnegotiationrisk managementmarketing strategyanalytical skillsproblem-solvingproject fundingproject completioncollaborative project deliveryexecutive leadership