Business Development Manager
$80,000–$90,000 year
Remote · United States
Job Summary
Business Development Manager responsible for identifying, developing, and executing growth opportunities for the organization within the Consumer Products/Apparel & Footwear sector. The role focuses on expanding market presence, forming strategic partnerships, driving revenue growth, and leading cross-functional initiatives to support long-term business objectives. Responsibilities include strategic planning and execution, identifying new markets and partnership opportunities, negotiating and closing high-value deals, managing stakeholder relationships at director level and above, driving top-line revenue, translating complex technical offerings into business solutions, monitoring market trends, and providing insights to inform strategic decisions. Required skills include strong client service orientation, excellent written and verbal communication, proficiency with MS Office and CRM tools, authenticity in an entrepreneurial mindset, and a proven ability to operate in international markets and global expansion. Additional qualifications emphasize education in business-related fields, 5+ years in business development/sales/partnerships, 3+ years in consumer product development/sourcing, and a track record of revenue growth and complex deal closure.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (MBA preferred)
- 5+ years of progressive experience in business development, sales, or strategic partnerships
- 3+ years of consumer product development and sourcing process experience
- Understanding of technical regulations and industry standards
- Proven track record of driving revenue growth and closing complex deals
- Strong negotiation, and communication skills
- Deep understanding of market dynamics and customer needs
- Experience in international markets and global expansion
- Familiarity with CRM tools and data-driven global expansion
- Strong client service orientation
- Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for innovation and growth
- Experience with translating complex technical offerings into business solutions
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders at director level and above
- Ability to identify new markets, customer segments, and partnership opportunities
- Experience negotiating and closing high-value deals, joint ventures, and strategic alliances
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