Business Development Specialist – Automotive Refinish

About the role

We are seeking a Business Development Specialist to join our Automotive Refinish team in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. You will work directly with collision repair shops and distribution partners, driving market share and sales growth while representing a leading provider of automotive paint solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Execute business strategy to increase sales in the assigned territory.
• Identify new customers, generate leads, qualify opportunities, and close sales.
• Develop forecasts and market potential analyses.
• Maintain and expand relationships with existing accounts.
• Promote new products and services to meet customer needs.
• Travel up to 50% of the time to meet clients and attend events.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma acceptable with relevant experience.
• Proven experience in field sales, territory management, and customer relations.
• Background in the automotive collision repair industry is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building abilities.

Required skills

• Lead generation
• Forecasting
• Sales pipeline management
• Customer relationship management (CRM)
• Knowledge of automotive paint and collision repair products

What we offer

• Company‑provided vehicle for field work.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a global organization.
• Dynamic, supportive team environment.