Parts Town · 1 day ago
Business Development Specialist (Chains)
Addison, Illinois
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$55K/yr - $74K/yr
1+ years expParts Town is the fastest-growing distributor of restaurant equipment and appliance parts, seeking a Business Development Specialist to foster relationships with Chain Customers. The role involves proactive sales activities, managing customer partnerships, and utilizing the company's value proposition to solve customer challenges.
CookingFood ProcessingLogisticsRestaurantsSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Place a high volume of outbound calls to new and existing customers
Identify, cultivate, and build new customer partnerships with Chain Customers in the HVAC space by understanding their problems/needs and utilizing the Parts Town value proposition and solutions to solve them
Build in-depth knowledge on HVAC industry trends and customer needs
Drive revenue by prospecting and building a pipeline while simultaneously fostering personal relationships with potential and existing customers nationwide
Integrate all sales activities into CRM (Salesforce.com) system for timely, accurate reporting
Conduct research on accounts to develop an understanding of their business and where Parts Town can be a solution to their parts needs
Partner with Customer Experience team members to develop and grow customer relationships
Educate customers on Parts Town resources and capabilities (electronic resources, technical support, manufacturer relationships etc.)
Qualification
Required
1-3 years of experience in an inside sales business development, customer development or account management role
Passionate about building something new and solving problems
Proactive and organized – taking initiative and following through are a must
Resilient – sees rejection as an exciting challenge
Fantastic communication skills & proficient in English (verbal and written)
Preferred
Experience in the commercial HVAC industry
Benefits
Quarterly profit-sharing bonus
Hybrid Work schedule
Team member appreciation events and recognition programs
Volunteer opportunities
Monthly IT stipend
Casual dress code
On-demand pay options: Access your pay as you earn it, to cover unexpected or even everyday expenses
Health insurance
401k/401k match
Employee assistance programs
Time away
Paid time off
Paid sick time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Professional development opportunities
Company
Parts Town
Parts Town is the fastest growing distributor of genuine OEM repair and maintenance equipment parts for the restaurant and foodservice.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Leonard Green & PartnersBerkshire Partners
2021-11-03Private Equity
2016-07-01Private Equity
2016-06-30Acquired
Leadership Team
Steve Snower
Chief Executive Officer
B
Bill Reedy
Founder
Recent News
2025-08-13
Company data provided by crunchbase