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If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.Job Summary\n\nTo support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Director, Business Development located in Austin, TX or remote from the United States.\nReporting to the VP, Global Account Management, the Director, Business Development will drive new customer acquisition, business growth, and market expansion for the Flex Component Services Group.\nThis role will focus on developing new business opportunities by positioning Component Services (CS), Coreworks (CW), and integrated component solutions to address customer needs. The Director will be responsible for building customer relationships, developing a strong sales pipeline, securing new business, and expanding opportunities through cross-selling component products and value-added services.\nWhat a typical day looks like:\nIdentify, qualify, and develop new customers and business opportunities for Component Services and Coreworks.\nDrive new logo acquisition, pipeline development, and bookings in alignment with business objectives.\nDevelop and execute business development plans to expand market penetration and customer relationships.\nPromote Component Services, Coreworks products, and cross-selling opportunities across Flex's component solutions portfolio.\nUnderstand customers' business strategies, sourcing requirements, supply chain challenges, and future product needs.\nIdentify opportunities involving component sourcing, cost optimization, supply assurance, inventory management, and lifecycle services.\nBuild relationships with customers, industry partners, and sales channels to generate new business opportunities.\nLead customer engagements, commercial proposals, negotiations, and opportunity conversion.\nCollaborate with product management, sourcing, operations, and commercial teams to develop competitive customer solutions.\nExpand existing business relationships through cross-selling and integrated component service offerings.\nManage sales pipeline, forecasts, customer opportunities, and booking performance.\nEnsure customer commitments align with Flex's capabilities and business objectives.\nThe experience we’re looking to add to our team:\nBachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.\n8+ years of relevant experience in business development, sales, or account management.\nExperience in electronic components, component distribution, electronic manufacturing services, contract manufacturing, or supply chain services.\nDemonstrated success in new customer acquisition, business development, and revenue growth.\nStrong understanding of component sourcing, supply chain management, and customer procurement requirements.\nExperience developing customer relationships and identifying cross-selling opportunities.\nStrong communication, negotiation, and customer engagement skills.\nAbility to collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior management.\nGood financial and commercial understanding, including pricing, profitability, and business performance.\nHere are some of our preferred experiences:\nExperience in electronic component distribution, OEM supply chain, or component services.\nEstablished relationships within the electronics and component supply chain industry.\nExperience selling multiple product lines or integrated component solutions.\nFamiliarity with inventory management, supply assurance, and component lifecycle services.\nWhat you'll receive for the great work you provide:\nFull range of medical, dental, and vision plans\nLife Insurance\nShort-term and Long-term Disability\nMatching 401(k) Contributions\nVacation and Paid Sick Time\nTuition Reimbursement\n\nApplication Deadline:\nApplications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.\nJob Posting Start Date 11-11-2026 Job Posting End Date 01-31-2027\n\nJob Category\nSales - Marketing - Account MgmtIs Sponsorship Available?\nNoFlex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email  and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. 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