Business Development Manager, Data Center Solutions
<p><span></span></p><p>If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.</p><p></p><p>With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 <a href="https://www.idexcorp.com/our-businesses/business-segments/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">diverse businesses</a> around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.</p><p></p><p>The position of Business Development Manager (f/m/d) <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">-Data Center Solutions,</span> focusing on expanding market share within the rapidly <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">growing data center market.</span> The BDM will be responsible for selling BAND-IT products and solutions <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">to data center projects</span> including hyperscalers, colocation providers, general contractors, and MEP firms. This role requires a proactive approach in <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">targeting data center projects</span> and generate leads into sales pipeline.</p><p></p><p><b><u>REPORTING TO</u></b>: Global Data Center Project Leader</p><p></p><p><b><u>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: </u></b></p><ul><li>Strategic Market <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Development: Define</span> and execute <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">a data center market</span> specific business development plan to penetrate hyperscale, colocation, and <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">enterprise data center projects.</span></li><li>Specification <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Sales: Proactively</span> collaborate <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">with data center design</span> engineers, consultants, and Architecture & Engineering (A&E) firms to secure product specifications in the design-build phase.</li><li>Relationship <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Building: Develop</span> and nurture relationships with decision-makers at <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">target data center operators,</span> Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contractors, and electrical contractors.</li><li>Project Lifecycle <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Management: Lead</span> full project cycle sales from initial opportunity identification through proposal, negotiation, and closure.</li><li>Consultative Sales & Support: Act as a subject matter expert on fastening applications with customers, assisting with site surveys and technical design discussions.</li><li>Pipeline <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Management: Utilize</span> CRM tools (e.g., Dynamics) to track opportunities, maintain accurate forecasting, and document project developments.</li><li>Industry <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Engagement: Represent</span> BAND-IT <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">at data center industry</span> events, such as DCD, 7x24 Exchange, and AFCOM, to generate leads and push brand awareness.</li><li>Actively model IDEX values: Team, Trust, and Excellence.</li><li>Performs other related duties as assigned.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><u>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:</u></b></p><p>The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform this job successfully. </p><ul><li>Technical Acumen: Ability to read and interpret design specifications, blueprints, and 2D/3D layouts.</li><li>Sales Cycle <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Knowledge: Proven</span> experience navigating complex, long-cycle project sales (6–18 months).</li><li>Networking Skills: Proven track record of networking with general contractors, engineers, and end-users.</li><li><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Communication: Strong</span> presentation skills with the ability to explain technical products to diverse stakeholders.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><u>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:</u></b> </p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, business, or a related technical field.</li><li>3–6 years of experience in B2B sales or business development, with a focus <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">on data center infrastructure,</span> construction fasteners, or structural mechanical solutions.</li><li>Direct experience selling into hyperscalers (e.g., Google, AWS, Meta) or Tier 1 Colocation providers.</li><li>Experience in value-engineering products to reduce installation time and operational costs.</li></ul><p>Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?</p>