Business Development Manager - Industrial Fasteners (REMOTE)

Chicago, Illinois Permanent USD140,000 - USD150,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a highly driven, entrepreneurial Business Development Manager with a strong "hunter" mentality to lead new business growth across the United States. Based in Chicago, this role will initially focus on developing the Midwest region before expanding nationally.
  • Over 40 years of experience producing high‑tensile fastening products.
  • Act as a trusted technical sales partner within the US market.

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognised manufacturer with over 40 years of experience producing high‑performance springs, high‑tensile fastening solutions, and precision‑engineered components. The organisation serves OEMs and Tier 1 manufacturers across the industrial and automotive sectors and is known for quality, innovation, and operational excellence. As part of its continued expansion into North America, the company is investing in top commercial talent to establish and grow its U.S. presence.

Job Description

New Business Development

  • Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers
  • Develop and execute strategic plans to penetrate new markets, beginning with the Chicago region
  • Build a robust sales pipeline through proactive outreach, networking, and industry engagement



Sales Execution

  • Own the full sales cycle: prospecting, discovery, technical presentations, RFQs, negotiation, and closing
  • Partner with engineering, operations, and quality teams to meet customer requirements
  • Maintain accurate CRM data, forecasting, and pipeline visibility



Account & Relationship Management

  • Act as a trusted technical sales partner to engineering, procurement, and manufacturing stakeholders
  • Convert existing international relationships into sustainable U.S. business streams
  • Develop long-term partnerships to drive repeat and scalable revenue



Product & Technical Expertise

  • Represent a portfolio of high‑tensile fastening solutions, including:
    • Anchor bolts
    • Cross bolts
    • Hex nuts
    • Studs
  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of spring technologies, including:
    • Coil springs
    • Disc springs
    • Strip springs
    • Spiral springs
  • Position the company as a value-added engineering partner rather than a commodity supplier

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • 10+ years of experience in business development, sales, or technical sales within manufacturing
  • Minimum 5+ years selling fasteners, springs, or closely related engineered components
  • Experience selling into Tier 1 suppliers and/or OEMs strongly preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (required)
  • Proven track record of opening new accounts and exceeding revenue targets
  • Strong hunter mentality with a proactive, self-starting approach
  • Ability to work independently and build a U.S. market presence from the ground up
  • Willingness and ability to travel nationwide



What's on Offer

  • Base Salary: Up to $150,000
  • Performance-based bonus (flexible structure)
  • Comprehensive benefits package (details provided during process)
  • High earnings potential tied to growth performance
  • Opportunity to represent a highly regarded global manufacturer
  • High-visibility role with direct impact on U.S. market expansion
  • Autonomy to build and scale a national sales footprint
  • Strong backing from an established international operations team
  • Clear opportunity for long-term growth and leadership



Contact
Megan Floor
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6980917

Job summary

Sector
Sales
Sub Sector
New Business Development
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Chicago
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Megan Floor
Job Reference
JN-032026-6980917