Business Development Specialist Jobs in Iowa
Business Development Specialist jobs in Iowa are open across Des Moines, Davenport, and West Des Moines and other Iowa metros, with employers like State Farm, ABC Supply Co., and American Technology Consulting hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
As a Business Development Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in meeting sales targets and executing strategic business initiatives. Your responsibilities will include developing account profiles, collaborating with sales teams, and promoting our innovative products and solutions to customers. We are looking for someone who excels in consultative selling, has a strong understanding of machine control and automation, and possesses exceptional communication skills. If you have a proven track record in sales and a passion for customer satisfaction, this opportunity could be your next career move! Join us in shaping the future of energy management and automation.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Key responsibilities and activities include:
- Meet assigned sales targets.
- Develop and execute strategic sales/business strategies, establish call plans, develop account profiles.
- Collaborate with other Schneider Electric sales teams to drive specifications and sales.
- Promote Schneider Electric products, solutions, and services to assigned customers.
- Develop new market and sales opportunities continuously.
- Manage customer and partner relationships and expectations to achieve sales revenue and market penetration objectives.
- Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction through increased availability/access, timely communication, order handling, follow up, and technical support.
- Maintain CRM database for customer activities and opportunities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Documented success selling machine control and automation to OEMs.
- Ability to identify decision makers, penetrate C-level, and determine/address personal motivations.
- Ability to conceptualize and communicate technical and commercial strategies.
- Consultative selling skills.
- Working knowledge (sales level) of PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, motion control, motor control, general controls, and circuit protection.
- Skilled with Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.
- Knowledge and use of Salesforce CRM beneficial.
- Bachelor’s degree (engineering preferred).
Let us learn about you! Apply today.
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
COMPANY CULTURE
Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!
€36 billion global revenue
+13% organic growth
150,000+ employees in 100+ countries
1 on the Global 100 World’s most sustainable corporations
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.
At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here.
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
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Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Business Development Specialist Job Market in Iowa
A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- State Farm2

- ABC Supply Co.1

- American Technology Consulting1

- Energy Panel Structures1

- FLSmidth1

Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance4
- Manufacturing3
- Agriculture & Farming1
- Banking & Financial Services1
- Chemicals & Materials1
What Iowa Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in business development specialist jobs across Iowa.
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field
- Proven experience generating new business leads and closing partnerships
- Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client-facing work
- Ability to manage a sales pipeline and meet or exceed revenue targets
- Experience with market research, competitive analysis, and prospect outreach
Business Development Specialist Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
How many business development specialist jobs are there in Iowa?
There are 15+ business development specialist openings in Iowa on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Des Moines, Davenport, and West Des Moines. New positions post regularly as employers across Iowa hire.
How much do business development specialists make in Iowa?
Business development specialists in Iowa earn a median of about $66,390 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $40,160 for the lowest 10% to over $122,120 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Iowa cities have the most business development specialist jobs?
Des Moines, Davenport, and West Des Moines have the most business development specialist openings in Iowa right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire business development specialists in Iowa?
Employers hiring business development specialists in Iowa include State Farm, ABC Supply Co., and American Technology Consulting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote business development specialist jobs in Iowa?
Yes. About 13% of business development specialist openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Iowa metros.
How do I apply for business development specialist jobs in Iowa?
You can apply to business development specialist jobs in Iowa directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Iowa location, then apply to each one that fits.
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