Full-Time

Business Development Manager

Posted on 1/15/2026

Eastern Communications

Eastern Communications

51-200 employees

Mission-critical communications technology and services

Compensation Overview

$85k - $140k/yr

Wisconsin, USA + 1 more

More locations: Illinois, USA

Hybrid

Hybrid role; requires 50%+ travel to meet with customers.

Category
Business & Strategy (1)
Required Skills
Market Research
Cold Calling
Computer Networking
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
  • Proven track record of successful sales and business development experience, with a minimum three (3) years of progressive experience in technology sales and/or selling to public safety agencies.
  • Strong understanding of sales principals , techniques and strategies.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with customers at all levels.
  • Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Proficient in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Willingness to travel extensively (50% or more) to meet with customers and attend industry events.
Responsibilities
  • Expand Existing Customer Relationships through utilizing a proactive approach to identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling additional products and services to existing clients through a geographic territory management mentality around all service centers within your given service center region.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, and market research.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers and influencers within customer organizations.
  • Collaborate with the Technical teams at each location to leverage their interactions with customers and identify opportunities for service expansion.
  • Within your geographic territory identify potential new customers and develop strategies to expand our customer base in the geographic footprint of our Service Centers.
  • Conduct market research and analysis to identify industry trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape in the assigned territories.
  • Develop and execute territory-specific sales plans and initiatives to achieve growth targets.
  • Engage and work closely with other Regional Account Managers and Business Development Managers on key, large strategic initiatives with specific requirements by complexity, total deal size, or other items as deemed necessary by the Head of Business Development.
  • Build and maintain a comprehensive customer database, including contact information, sales history, and customer preference to ensure consistent revenue growth.
  • Conduct presentations and product demonstrations to potential clients.
  • Provide exceptional customer service and act as a trusted advisor to clients, ensuring their needs are met and issues are resolved promptly.
  • Regularly engage with customers to assess their satisfaction, identify opportunities for improvement, and address any concerns.
  • Participate in local tradeshows, industry conferences, and networking events to promote our services and generate leads.
  • Collaborate with the Facilities Coordinator at each Service Center to identify strategic business development efforts and capitalize on local market opportunities.
  • Assist in the development of marketing materials, presentations, and proposals to support sales activities.
  • Set ambitious sales targets and objectives aligned with company goals and objectives.
  • Monitor sales performance and provide regular reports on progress, achievements, and challenges to the management team.
  • Utilize CRM tools and systems to track sales activities, manage leads, and generate accurate sales forecasts.
  • Negotiate contracts and close deals to achieve sales targets.
Desired Qualifications
  • None
Eastern Communications

Eastern Communications

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Eastern Communications provides mission-critical communications technology, services, and infrastructure for essential operations. It serves public safety, transportation, and utilities, delivering secure and reliable networks and related services that support critical voice and data communications across critical missions. Its offerings span the design, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of communications infrastructure to ensure dependable connectivity when it matters most. The company differentiates itself by focusing on end-to-end, reliable solutions tailored to safety-critical and infrastructure-heavy industries, prioritizing uptime, security, and resilience. The goal is to enable safe, efficient, and continuous operations for its customers through robust communications capabilities.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1976

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Dunes Point Capital's 2025 investment fuels national growth in public safety markets.
  • Public safety demand for integrated devices aligns with Eastern's distribution model.
  • Utilities and transportation sectors boost need for Eastern's technical services.

What critics are saying

  • PMC integration fails, eroding Tri-State service and churning customers to L3Harris in 12-18 months.
  • Dunes Point debt forces R&D cuts, losing ground to Motorola Solutions in 6-12 months.
  • PDSCN cable delays from typhoons drop revenue 25% in Philippine markets within 18-24 months.

What makes Eastern Communications unique

  • Eastern leads as nationally scaled service-led distributor for mission-critical communications.
  • PMC Wireless acquisition adds Tri-State ERCES and in-building coverage expertise.
  • Danielle Marcella's CRO role drives specialized pre-sale and post-sale support.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Annual performance review and associated bonus

Paid holidays, vacation and sick days

Ongoing technical training

Advancement opportunities

Company-provided uniforms and safety equipment

Company News

PR Newswire
Nov 11th, 2025
Eastern Communications Acquires PMC Wireless, Strengthens Tri-State Area Service Presence

NEW YORK, Nov. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Eastern Communications Ltd. ("Eastern"), one of the largest mission critical communications providers in North America, announced today the acquisition of Hazlet, NJ based PMC Wireless ("PMC"), a leading regional public safety communications technology provider

OBI Services
Aug 1st, 2025
Connecting the Future: Eastern Communications Expands to Dipolog City

In line with its mission to bring robust and reliable digital infrastructure to every corner of the nation, Eastern Communications officially launched its services in Dipolog City on July 22, 2025.

Newsbytes.PH
Apr 12th, 2025
Eastern Communications touts new solutions in annual summit

As part of the relaunch, Eastern Communication unveiled the new Titanium Tier for the Link VIP Club, an exclusive community established in 2017, designed to provide personalized customer care tailored to meet the specific needs of businesses.

CityBiz
Jan 8th, 2025
Dunes Point Capital Acquires Majority Interest in Eastern Communications

Dunes Point Capital acquires majority interest in Eastern Communications.

CityBiz
Jan 8th, 2025
Dunes Point Acquires Eastern Communications Majority

Dunes Point Capital, LP has acquired a majority interest in Eastern Communications, Ltd., a national distributor and service provider for public safety communication devices. The investment, supported by Dunes Point Capital Fund III, LP and co-investors like Partners Capital, positions Eastern for growth. Debt financing was provided by Audax Private Debt, TPG Twin Brook Capital Partners, and Manulife Investment Management. Legal and financial advisors included Kirkland & Ellis LLP and Alvarez & Marsal.

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