REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, & SKILLS

• Associates degree in a business-related field or Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business or Engineering;
• Experience in Sales and/or Marketing;
• Strong communication skills - Technical writing and oral communication;
• Medical device industry experience (preferred)
• Automation, assembly systems or robotics industry knowledge (preferred)
• Sales Experience (preferred)
• Market research (preferred)
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office Tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project) and advanced PowerPoint experience;
• Must live within 50 miles of major international airport and travel up to 10-15%

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Must be available to work overtime
• May be required to work off shift hours and Holidays
• Must have a valid state Driver license

YOUR MAIN TASKS

The Business Development Associate (BDAS) is dynamic part time role that will help provide strategic direction of the company’s long-term, continued growth while being involved in sales support as well as execute upon tradeshow marketing. BDAS activities will drive top line growth and margin accretion.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Explore and analyze new potential markets, trends and technologies;
• Evaluate strategic positioning and identify opportunities and gaps;
• Develop and maintain competitive analysis;
• Explore and identify companies with collaboration potential;
• Make contacts with potential customers to develop new business opportunities;
• Assist with cold calls for new business;
• Attend tradeshows, seminars, conferences and other industry events to network and gain industry insights;
• Help with the planning and execution of exhibitions