Senior Business Development Manager

Senior Business Development Manager About PROENERGY PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse. The company addresses every need for fast-start power generation: turbine and package manufacturing, turnkey project execution, power purchase agreements, and asset lifecycle care for turbines and plants. Where others see impossible energy challenges, PROENERGY provides innovative aeroderivative solutions. Our Footprint PROENERGY delivers fast-start, dispatchable power solutions from worldwide centers for aeroderivative excellence. We are investing more than $1 billion through 2028 in infrastructure to serve our customers. In Sedalia, Missouri, our 600,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Manufacturing—a world-class investment in fast-start power and the only campus of its kind in the world—is growing by 40 percent. In Houston, Texas, our 500,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Lifecycle Care features a Level-IV depot and aero repair facility, which executes comprehensive services for aeroderivative engines under one roof. In Kansas City , we have an office with an Engineering team that supports our sought-after solutions for turnkey projects and contracted power. And our worldwide service centers ensure local service expertise near our customers. Our expanding service footprint includes Phoenix, Buenos Aires, New Brunswick, and additional locations in Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia. Our Philosophy We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply today. Position Summary The position of Senior Business Development Manager (BD Manager) is responsible for achieving the assigned sales objectives and departmental KPI’s and growing revenue backlog through the sale of new gas turbine equipment and turnkey EPC projects. The BD Manager's most important means of interacting with customers and prospects is through face-to-face meetings. . Reports To: Director Business Development Work Location: Remote United States, 6 401 North Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX 77041, 6246 McHard Road, Houston, TX 77053, 2 001 Proenergy Blvd, Sedalia, MO 65301 Position Responsibilities Traveling to engage client meetings on an as needed basis to introduce PROENERGY, our solutions, and progress inquiries. Proactively originate and develop leads and opportunities aligned with PROENERGY’s products and service offerings. Lead the qualification of project opportunities generated by Marketing by engaging directly with clients to assess their legitimacy, needs, and align them with PROENERGY’s capabilities. Own and actively manage a sales funnel, ensuring opportunities are accurately tracked and kept current across business systems (including CRM), and provide timely, structured reporting to senior leadership as required. Sells “PROENERGY” as a complete Energy Generation Services Provider. Develop and maintain deep expertise in PROENERGY’s manufactured equipment, EPC solutions, and contracted power offerings, enabling independent, comprehensive customer presentations with minimal reliance on extended business teams. Lead or support the full sales lifecycle, including solution development, proposal preparation and delivery, and contract negotiation and execution, as required or directed. Maintain a high level of professional availability consistent with an in-office environment while working remotely, including responsiveness during standard business hours, active participation in daily video conferences, and consistent engagement with team members when not traveling. Refers opportunities for growth in products and services to other company sales and business resources, as appropriate. Assist other sales and services resources when called upon by the Senior Management. Required Qualifications 50% travel required. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Business Administration or comparable Industry experience. Minimum of 10+ years Business Development & Sales experience in the power industry. Proficient with MS Office Suite programs, including understanding software, hardware, networks, etc. Demonstrate adaptability and coachability by embracing established internal business processes and operating within defined frameworks, with a willingness to adopt standardized approaches and continuously improve ways of working. Effective and dynamic communicator, capable of delivering presentations to large senior commercial and technical audiences. Must be able to speak, read, and write English fluently. US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa. Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check. Desired Qualifications Demonstrated track record of achievement in positions with significant accountability within the power industry and preferably with gas turbines. Excellent technical, conceptual, and financial skills. Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical one-lines, logic drawings, and technical manuals. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions percentages area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry, thermodynamics, chemistry, and electricity. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. It is PROENERGY’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.