Job Description

At Seaman Corporation, every associate is instrumental to our success. Become a part of our growing team!

WHO WE ARE
At Seaman Corporation, we are dedicated to creating and supplying quality, high-performance fabrics that protect our planet, our people, and our customers. From humble beginnings in 1949 to a multi-million-dollar organization, this family-owned business has grown to be a leading manufacturer in highly durable coated fabrics, supplying products to customers around the globe.
Every Seaman Corporation associate plays a valuable role in our company’s continuous growth. We believe by investing in the right people and resources, we can drive sustainable growth across the entire business.
Seaman Corporation products are composed of proprietary knitted or woven base fabrics and coating formulas to produce high performance roofing systems, geomembrane liners, truck tarps, architectural structures, and much more. We work exclusively with authorized fabricators, designers, consultants, engineers, and installers for quality solutions start to finish.
WHAT WE OFFER
• Company performance bonus in addition to base salary
• Flexible work opportunities including flex schedules and remote work from home up to two days per week (if applicable to role)
• Professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, course training, and networking
• A competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off (PTO), volunteer time off (VTO), and paid holidays
• Fun and engaging activities including department outings, holiday parties, and our annual company-wide dinner

Seaman Corporation is seeking a Strategic Business Development Manager to accelerate growth of our Industrial Fabrics business by developing relationships with facility owners, municipalities, consultants, and industry influencers. Reporting to the Industrial Fabrics Sales Director, this role will lead strategic market development efforts focused on increasing specification adoption and creating demand for Seaman Corporation's geomembrane and industrial fabric solutions.

The Strategic Business Development Manager will identify and cultivate opportunities with key decision-makers, influence project specifications, and position Seaman Corporation as the preferred supplier for critical infrastructure and containment applications. Success in this role will be measured by the ability to expand market share, generate project opportunities, strengthen industry partnerships, and drive long-term revenue growth.

The individual filling this position will work independently and be a critical contributor to our expanding business. Ideal candidates will have experience navigating complex sales cycles withing these key segments, an understanding of engineering principles, and the ability to collaborate across customer and partner ecosystems.

This person should possess knowledge of industry regulations, compliance standards, and procurement processes, particularly in containment and environmental applications. They should also demonstrate financial acumen in discussing project feasibility and unit economics. Experience with geomembrane or related material specifications within Power Generation, Oil & Gas, and Potable & Wastewater sectors is preferred.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Build and manage a portfolio of customers and partners within these key industry segments, including owners, engineering firms, consultants, contractors, fabricators and installers when needed
• Develop and maintain relationships with key industry decision-makers to create a network that promotes Seaman Corporation products
• Work collaboratively with key stakeholders within the organization to ensure scope of deliverables, timelines, and budgetary demands
• Develop and implement sales strategies for segments, working with fellow Strategic Business Development Managers and the Direct Sales teams to drive compliance and growth in sales and ensure brand awareness
• Independently pitch and close complex sales presentations
• Conduct negotiations with major companies and key decision makers at the senior executive level and C-Suite
• Identify opportunities and collaborate with internal teams to fully support customer goals
• Oversee sales performance to meet and exceed target sales goals
• Ensure accurate pipeline management and forecasting
• Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Engineering, Project Management, Business, or a related discipline
• 10+ years of experience selling within the Geomembrane market, preferably with a focus on containment systems, geomembranes, or related industries
• Industry Knowledge: Experience working with Power Generation, Oil & Gas companies, Water treatment facilities, procurement processes, and navigating regulatory environments
• Familiarity with geomembrane products and environmental containment solutions
• Proven capabilities in growing relationships at the senior executive level and C-Suite for global Fortune 500 companies
• Demonstrated ability to develop opportunities and close new business or expansion sales
• Successful track record of achieving immediate credibility; presenting varying ideas to create value and challenge the status quo; and able to think quickly, listen well, and understand how to react and modify approach in front of clients and other key influencer

COMPETENCIES [Standard for all roles]
To perform the job successfully, an individual should be aligned with our company values and demonstrate the following competencies:
Do What’s Right
• Safety: Safety is our priority and everyone’s responsibility. If you see something unsafe, you are called to say something.
• Customer Focus: We are in business for the customer. Our (internal and external) customers deserve our focus and we can create solutions that solve their needs.
• Integrity: Our words and actions reflect our values and we hold respect for all individuals.
Work Together
• Collaboration: We must share openly with one another, listen actively, and seek to understand the needs of our colleagues. We will respect diversity and work to find common ground.
• Teamwork: We will trust the person and attack the process.
Create Solutions
• Entrepreneurism: Act with a spirit of entrepreneurism, challenge the status quo, and find innovative solutions to our obstacles.
• Continuous Improvement: Everyone is an advocate for continuous improvement. Be willing to learn something new and accept that failure is a part of the process.
• Results: At the end of the day, results are what drive us forward. Hold yourself accountable to remove roadblocks and focus on the outcome over the activity.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 40-60%

The salary range for this position is $113,100–$169,600. This salary range is provided in good faith and reflects the range the Company reasonably expects to pay for the role at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, education, job-related knowledge, and geographic location. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation and benefits.

Seaman Corporation is an EEO Employer.
Seaman Corporation provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants based on experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, or any other status protected by law.
Seaman Corporation is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
If you require reasonable accommodation, as a candidate for employment, please inform Human Resources.