Job Summary:
The Business Development Manager has the primary responsibility for growing our product lines, understanding customer needs, and assisting in the identification of new technologies. This includes working with the Solution technical and Sales team in winning programs and delivering profitable growth.
Every 1.2 seconds, product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft - delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team, Crane A&E's brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. You'll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence, set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere, schools, weather and no shortage of entertainment. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!
Essential Functions:
Develop product roadmaps, market analysis and marketing tools, and financial modeling in support of product pricing and business case assessment
Drive product changes/features to maintain value propositions for our commercial and military customers
Lead new proposal development, customer surveys, and market research
Understand and communicate current and future customer needs and expectations throughout Crane Aerospace & Electronics
Participate in product demonstrations at shows, events and customer facilities
Establish rapport and maintain strong relationships at all levels within the customer organization.
Resolve customer issues and disputes
Work with cross functional team (engineering, program management, sales team and management) in implementing and executing roadmaps, developing products, and meeting customer commitments
Forecast demand for production, aftermarket, in service evaluations, and marketing
Responsible for accurate contract requirements flow-down and compliance by communicating to the appropriate Crane Aerospace & Electronics organizations.
Any other task assigned by supervisor or management
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience: 5 years' experience in engineering, business management, sales & marketing or strategic partnering; Aerospace experience preferred; Proven success in identifying, targeting, negotiating and winning profitable business; Experience in negotiating contracts; familiar with general contract language
Knowledge: Working familiarity/understanding of internet research, advertising and email marketing using generally accepted professional protocols
Skills/Abilities: Demonstrated analytical skills and disciplines in support of global business planning, strategy development / deployment, marketing (including e-marketing), and proposal development; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; high level of Excel expertise and sophisticated use of PowerPoint and other presentation media; Demonstrated ability to form and maintain good relationships with Customer representatives at all levels.
Education/Certification: BS Degree in relevant field of study
Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Preferred Qualifications:
MBA is a plus
Working Conditions:
Standard office environment
Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail
Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
Requires approximately 30% domestic and international travel to support customers meetings, Crane Aerospace & Electronics site visits, conferences, seminars and trade shows
Standing: 10% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Sitting: 90% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Lifting (in pounds): up to 10 pounds
Pushing (in pounds): up to 10 pounds
Mental/Visual: use of computer
Workspace (line, cube, etc): cubicle/desk
Top Benefits:
Salary range: $147,600.00 to $191,200.00. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.
$147,600 - $191,200
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us.
The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful. Beyond an associate's base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement - as well as performance-based bonus programs for certain positions. Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs. We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.