Business Development Manager – Safety Apparel Solutions for Electrical Safety
Business Development Manager – Safety Apparel Solutions for Electrical Safety
Chicago,IllinoisJob Title – Business Development Manager
About the Hiring Company
Our client is a fast-growing international provider of high-performance personal protective equipment (PPE) and arc flash safety solutions. With a strong foundation in the UK and an expanding U.S. presence, the company serves critical infrastructure clients across North America, including some of the most recognizable names in the data center industry. Their proprietary manufacturing process, direct-to-customer model, and commitment to safety-driven innovation make them a trusted partner in the power, utilities, and data center space.
About the Role
This is a strategic, net-new business development role focused on building long-term partnerships with data center clients across the U.S. As Business Development Manager, you’ll be responsible for managing the full sales cycle, from early outreach through deal close, targeting high-growth accounts and long-term national agreements. You’ll work closely with global sales leadership and U.S.-based teams to drive revenue growth and deepen market penetration.
Responsibilities
· Prospect, qualify, and close new business within the data center sector (e.g., hyperscalers, operators, contractors).
· Manage complex sales cycles involving multiple stakeholders across operations, safety, and procurement.
· Build a strong, scalable pipeline with a first-year target of ~$750K.
· Collaborate with marketing to leverage lead gen tools, webinars, and conferences.
· Represent the brand at customer meetings, industry events, and site visits.
· Travel occasionally for key meetings, approximately 1-2 days every few weeks.
Qualifications
· 5-10 years of B2B sales or business development experience.
· Strong pipeline management and consultative sales skills.
· Experience selling into safety, manufacturing, or technical environments is preferred.
· Ability to navigate multi-stakeholder sales within mid-market and enterprise accounts.
· Based in the Chicago area (preferred) or Washington, D.C. for strategic proximity to major data center markets.
Benefits
· Competitive base salary and lucrative bonus potential.
· International onboarding, including 2–3 week visit to UK headquarters.
· Generous PTO policy (25–26 days/year)
· Full healthcare benefits.
· Supportive, growth-focused leadership team.
About Us
At Peak Sales Recruiting, we specialize in connecting top B2B sales talent with businesses across North America. As a leading sales recruiting firm, we pride ourselves on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates. We would love to work with you to help you find your next exciting career opportunity and ensure the right match between your skills and the perfect role.
How to Apply
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Job Code – 20982