Business Development Manager - Metals IndustryUSA - USA, PA 00000OverviewPosition Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level 4 Year Degree Category SalesJob HighlightsAt Aquatech, we tackle the challenges of water scarcity and complexity by leveraging technology, expertise, and financing to deliver comprehensive solutions that reduce carbon and recycled-water footprints. As a leading global provider of water and process technology solutions, we help the world's most recognized companies achieve their sustainability and operational goals by implementing innovative approaches to water reuse, desalination, minimal- and zero-liquid discharge, and critical minerals recovery. Our work catalyzes the transition toward a more sustainable future and showcases our commitment to addressing water's role in climate adaptation.
Learn more at has an immediate need for a full-time Business Development Manager - Mining & Metals to work from a remote location, preferably the Southwestern USA (preferably Utah, Arizona, Colorado, etc.). The Business Development Manager - Mining & Metals will perform the duties described in the job description below and will be considered an Exempt employee.This role is a front-end commercial position, responsible for lead generation, opportunity qualification, and early-stage deal development within the mining segment. The successful candidate will work closely with Commercial Excellence, Technical Sales, and Proposal teams to convert identified needs into qualified, value-driven opportunities aligned with Aquatech's advanced process water, tailings water, and wastewater solutions.Success in this role is strongly tied to the ability to open doors, build credibility with mining stakeholders, and progress opportunities through disciplined commercial processes.Job DescriptionBusiness Development & Lead GenerationProactively identify, generate, and develop new leads within the mining industry verticalBuild and maintain a strong pipeline of early-stage and qualified commercial opportunitiesIdentify and target mining operations, EPCs, OEMs, and other stakeholders where Aquatech's water treatment technologies deliver measurable value.Actively engage plant managers, metallurgists, water engineers, project managers, and procurement teams.Opportunity Qualification & Commercial ExcellenceConvert leads into qualified opportunities using the defined Commercial Excellence framework.Develop clear opportunity strategies, including customer needs analysis, value propositions, and win plans.Ensure disciplined CRM usage and accurate opportunity trackingParticipate in Gate Reviews and internal opportunity reviews as requiredMarket & Customer KnowledgeMaintain a deep understanding of mining water challenges, including:Process water treatmentWater reuse and recyclingTailings and mine-influenced waterZero / minimal liquid discharge conceptsTrack market trends, capital project activity, and regulatory drivers impacting water use in miningMaintain key account relationships and generate a commercial ecosystem with key influencers, suppliers, contractors, and partners.Provide structured market feedback to regional leadership and product teams (customers' needs and preferences, competitors' positioning, etc.)Collaboration & Internal AlignmentWork closely with Process Development, Project Developers, and other teamsSupport the development of early technical-commercial solutions tailored to customer needsEngage with the Business Intelligence and Marketing teams for prospect targeting and marketing material preparationRepresent Aquatech at industry events, conferences, and customer meetingsSkill RequirementsAbility to meet revenue goals and effectively manage and grow the business territoryAbility to be a good team player with a strong desire to learnAbility to demonstrate consistent revenue growth, as well as maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction in major accountsAble to interact with customers socially for the businessAbility to be a self-starter and capable of working and planning independentlyTrack record of superior performance metricsExcellent negotiation skillsStrong decision-making abilitiesAble to travel up to two weeks per monthFamiliarity with CRM softwareAbility to travel to customers in the business territoryExperience selling to:Mining operators (copper, gold, iron ore, lithium excluded)EPC firms or project developersFamiliarity with advanced water treatment technologies (membranes, thermal processes, reuse systems)Experience working within structured Commercial Excellence or stage-gate sales environmentsMultilingual skills (English required; Spanish highly desirable, especially for Chile-based candidates)Demonstrated success in:Lead generationOpportunity qualificationEarly-stage project developmentSolid understanding of mining processes and water treatment needsComfort operating in long-cycle, capital-intensive sales environmentsStrong communication skills and ability to influence diverse technical and commercial stakeholdersBenefitsAquatech offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, company-paid holidays, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).Essential Functions:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed above and below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Any constraints on the ability to travel will need to be highlighted at the time of applying for the position.Physical Job Demands:Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, limited walking, and standing. Ability to manage strains of travel by air or road and navigate driving to customers in business.QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Science or EngineeringFive (5) or more years of experience in the Mining & Metals Industry.Ability to travel up to 50% of the time in a calendar year.Must have a Valid PassportMust have a valid driver's license
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