Business Development Manager

Business Development ManagerCutting Wind LLCLocation: Remote – United StatesEmployment Type: Full-TimeBase Salary: $90,000–$120,000 annually, plus performance-based incentivesTravel: Required throughout the United StatesAbout Cutting Wind:Cutting Wind is an established and growing company specializing in wind turbine bladerecycling and end-of-life management solutions throughout North America. We provide comprehensive field services, transportation, processing, and recycling solutions to wind farm owners, operators, OEMs, and service providers. As the wind energy industry continues to evolve through maintenance, repowering, and decommissioning activities, Cutting Wind is expanding its team to support continued growth.Position Overview:We are seeking an experienced and relationship-driven Business Development Manager to strengthen our existing customer relationships while identifying and developing new business opportunities throughout the wind energy industry. This position will focus equally on expanding relationships with current customers and developing new accounts.The ideal candidate understands the wind energy industry, knows the major players, and has experience navigating the industry's business development, procurement, and contracting processes. Prior business development experience is preferred but not required. We welcome candidates with backgrounds in wind energy operations, project management, procurement, account management, or other industry-related roles.Key Responsibilities:Customer Relationship Management & Growth (50%)Manage and strengthen relationships with existing customers, including wind farm owners, operators, OEMs, and service providers.Identify additional business opportunities within established customer accounts.Maintain regular communication with customers regarding upcoming projects, maintenance activities, repowering, and decommissioning plans.Coordinate with internal operations teams to ensure customer satisfaction and successful project execution.Support contract renewals, ongoing negotiations, and long-term customer partnerships.New Business Development (50%)Identify and pursue new customers and project opportunities throughout NorthAmerica.Establish relationships with key decision-makers across the wind energy industry.Monitor upcoming wind farm repowering, decommissioning, and blade replacement projects.Develop and manage a pipeline of prospective projects and customers.Coordinate proposals, pricing, and contract discussions with company leadership.Attend industry conferences, trade shows, customer meetings, and project sites.Track market developments and identify opportunities to expand Cutting Wind services and geographic reach.Qualifications:RequiredMinimum of 3 years of professional experience in the wind energy industry.Strong understanding of the wind energy market, major industry participants, and how business is conducted.Excellent relationship-building, communication, and organizational skills.Ability to work independently and manage multiple customer relationships and opportunities.Willingness to travel throughout the United States.Self-motivated with a strong desire to contribute to company growth.PreferredEstablished relationships with wind farm owners, operators, OEMs, or service providers.Experience in business development, account management, operations, procurement, or project management.Familiarity with wind turbine maintenance, blade replacement, repowering, or decommissioning.Experience navigating customer procurement processes, RFPs, and contractnegotiations.A college degree is not required. Relevant industry experience, relationships, and demonstrated capabilities are more important.Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive base salary of $90,000–$120,000, based on experience and qualifications.Performance-based incentive compensation.Remote work flexibility throughout the United States.Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.Health Insurance401(k) with company matchWhy Join Cutting Wind?Cutting Wind operates in a specialized and growing segment of the renewable energy industry, providing essential solutions for wind turbine blade recycling and end-of-life management. This position offers the opportunity to develop meaningful industry relationships, work with major wind energy companies, and play a direct role in shaping the company & continued growth.We are looking for someone who understands the wind industry, values long-term customer relationships, and is motivated to help grow an established business.