Business Development Specialist, Marine Division
Overall:- Managed government and commercial accounts and assisted customers with product selection based on their unique application. Worked closely with US Army Corps of Engineers, State Departments of Natural Resources, and Fish and Wildlife Commissions to secure waterways across the country with ATON. Participated in the development of marine products and projects for aerospace, automotive, medical, mechanical, packaging, and food industries. Business Development & Marketing:- Created print marketing materials, email marketing campaigns, product spotlights, and case studies. - Maintained the Curd Buoys website to increase online presence, improve SEO, establish brand awareness, and reinforce brand image.- Represented Multiplastics at Charleston Area Small Business Development Center seminars and workshops focused on marketing research and strategy, industry networking, and comprehensive business planning to stay up to date on marketing trends.- Managed the company's relationship with Lowcountry Local First and contributed to LLF networking events.Government Contracting & Sales:- Managed GSA contractor status by completing quarterly sales reports, maintaining and updating contract pricing based on market analysis, and approving mass contract modifications when required.- Analyzed historical bid data, raw material trends, environmental projections, and logistics to estimate strategic and competitive project bids in the marine industry.- Contributed to events for government buyers and contractors and expanded upon technical procurement practices and opportunities, subcontracting, defense procurement, and contract maintenance/improvement.Production Processes:- Utilized specs, manuals and prints while coordinating with production and engineering departments to develop manufacturing instructions for the efficient production and assembly of custom thermoformed and CNC machined plastic parts.