Phil Schoettlin

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DISC Type : Ds

Director Of Business Development at Sanmina

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

Overview

Phil Schoettlin is a Director of Business Development at Sanmina with over 20 years of experience in electronic design and high-reliability manufacturing. A graduate of the University of Arkansas, he serves the industrial, medical, military, and aerospace markets. Colleagues describe him as tenacious, focused, and personable in creating value and winning new business.

Phil has a deep connection to the University of Arkansas, serving as a former president of an alumni chapter and remaining active with his fraternity. He has a strong appreciation for Northwest Arkansas, enjoying hiking in the region. He also has a background in political consulting, having managed a successful congressional campaign in 2001.

Unique fact: Phil is an Eagle Scout and was previously named to the "40 Under 40" list.

Personality Overview

Early Adopter

Big Vision Person

Fast But Thoughtful

They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.  They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together. Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.

Topics They Care About

High-Reliability Manufacturing
His professional focus is on high-reliability electronics manufacturing for mission-critical applications in the medical, military, aerospace, and industrial sectors.
New Product Development
He enjoys learning new technologies and helping customers bring new products to life, supporting them from initial development through to fulfillment.
University of Arkansas
He is a two-time graduate, a past president of the Greater Kansas City Alumni Chapter, and remains actively involved with the university and his fraternity.

Media Appearances

Phil has no verified media appearances

Work History

4-2022
Director Of Business Development at Sanmina
10-2020 - 4-2022
Sr. Business Development Manager at Sanmina
7-2009 - 10-2020
Business Development Manager at Sanmina
8-2008 - 7-2009
Business Development Manager at Nortech Systems
2-2007 - 5-2008
Vice President - Sales & Marketing at Elecsys International, LLC

Education

BSPA from University of Arkansas
MPA from University of Arkansas

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Exp : 22 Location : Kansas City, Missouri, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Director Of Business Development at Sanmina

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Contributing Writer - University Daily Kansan

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Insights For Selling To Phil

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Stick to your standard pitch and qualifying script, don't try to wing it
  • Suggest clear next steps with confidence, don't be vague or hesitant
  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine

DONT's

  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Phil is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Phil

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Phil move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Phil take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Phil

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