Avantier Inc. develops and manufactures high-precision custom optics and imaging systems for demanding applications. Its vertically integrated capabilities span optical design, prototyping, production, metrology, coatings, lens assemblies and reverse engineering. The company produces specialized components such as aspheric and infrared lenses, freeform optics, microscope objectives, OAP and silicon carbide mirrors, microlens arrays, optical domes and large optics. Avantier serves customers across aerospace and defense, biomedical and life sciences, quantum computing, augmented and mixed reality, virtual reality, semiconductors and other advanced-technology fields.
Entry-Level Business Development Representative at Avantier Inc. – Hybrid
Join Avantier Inc. as an entry-level Business Development Representative supporting its custom optical design and manufacturing business. Build customer relationships, present solutions, and help develop new sales opportunities in a hybrid role.
Description
- Learn the complete business development process, from prospecting through opportunity close
- Contact prospective customers through phone calls, email, networking, and other outreach channels
- Develop and sustain productive relationships with prospective and existing clients
- Assess customer needs and suggest suitable solutions
- Support sales presentations, product demonstrations, and proposal development
- Represent the company at trade shows, conferences, and networking events
- Pursue monthly and quarterly performance goals with leadership support
- Partner with business development leaders, marketing, and other internal departments
- Complete training and ongoing coaching to strengthen business development capabilities
- Coordinate with managers and cross-functional teams
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree is preferred
- Recent graduates are welcome to apply
- Previous professional experience is not required
- Demonstrated interest in pursuing a business development career
- Receptiveness to learning, feedback, and coaching
- Positive outlook and dependable work ethic
- Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
- Confidence engaging with unfamiliar people
- Self-directed approach with motivation to develop professionally
- Persistence and resilience when handling challenges
- Sales internship, customer service, retail, or business experience is advantageous but not required
- Experience delivering presentations, making phone calls, or interacting with customers is advantageous but not required
- Familiarity with CRM platforms such as Salesforce is advantageous but not required
- Ability to conduct outbound prospecting, including cold calling
- Ability to deliver PowerPoint demonstrations
- Ability to travel within the United States and internationally
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Performance-based bonus and commission opportunities
- Structured training and continued coaching
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Flexible work-from-home options