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Executive Resources Limited
Business Development Director
Job Location: Des Moines, IA
Description:
Our client is looking for a Business Development Director. This person will develop and implement business plans to drive entry into new markets. Take P&L responsibility for the new business areas, set strategy and roadmap, and assemble and motivate a cross-functional team for market entry and execution. Create a “greenhouse’ business incubation plan to launch new businesses and transition to business units after successful launch. This is a high-visibility position that involves interaction with major customers and prospects in North America, Europe and Australia, and collaboration with all units within the company.
Responsibilities
- Develops, advocates and drives the new markets strategic plan and roadmap globally.
- Acts as the key spokesperson for the respective businesses to customers, the press, and industry groups on a regular basis to promote product, service, and business awareness.
- Obtains extensive and in-depth knowledge of the competition, industry trends, business financials and business marketing strategies. Develops plans for and seek Senior Leadership approval of new market entry initiatives.
- Leads the development and implementation of the go-to market strategy, and implementation of new businesses in a “greenhouse” structure.
- Leads and manages the product and service development lifecycle, including roadmap planning, information technology prioritization, market and competitive analysis, product positioning, and product launches.
- Develops strong relationships and partnerships with major strategic prospect accounts and vendors to ensure business success.
- Organizes tasks and resources to complete work and meet deadlines according to established departmental procedures.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent. MBA strongly desired. Equivalent education and/or experience may be substituted for the minimum education requirement.
- Five or more years in marketing, order management, or fulfillment areas with direct responsibilities for launching new businesses.
- Proven ability to initiate and complete major cross-functional projects independently with minimal supervision. Top-notch follow-through skills.
- Strong knowledge of marketing services, order-management, fulfillment and internet technology areas.
- Travel Required
As we are hired by our clients to fill their openings, they dictate the requirements we use to submit resumes. Because of this we may be unable to respond to candidates who do not meet at least 90-95% of the above criteria.
If you would like us to consider you for upcoming openings, please note that in your email, and we will keep you on file for something better suited to your skill set. We will not send your resume anywhere without first obtaining your permission - so rest assured it is held in the strictest of confidence.
If you feel you are a qualified candidate for this position please email your resume as well as desired salary range to:
Trish
Executive Resources Limited
Please visit our web site at:
http://www.executiveresourcesltd.com
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