VP, Strategic Business Development

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a VP, Strategic Business Development based in United States.

The VP, Strategic Business Development will lead efforts to strengthen critical client relationships while driving business development, retention, and expansion opportunities. This senior role serves as a strategic advisor and executive-level point of contact across key accounts and partnerships. You will guide conversations around current offerings, new products, strategic expansions, and long-term growth opportunities. Working across internal teams and external stakeholders, you will help align commercial priorities and ensure a consistent industry presence. The role also supports sales initiatives through subject-matter expertise, cross-selling, and relationship development. This is an opportunity for an experienced business leader to influence growth and shape high-value client partnerships in a dynamic environment

Accountabilities:

• Strategic Account Development: Re-engage and strengthen relationships with target accounts by developing a deep understanding of existing offerings, expansion opportunities, and long-term client needs.
• Relationship Growth and Retention: Serve as a senior point of contact for business development and client retention, helping establish strong, sustainable relationships with critical partners.
• Strategic Discussions: Lead and facilitate discussions between internal and external stakeholders regarding recent expansions, new products, and future opportunities.
• Executive-Level Liaison: Act as the primary liaison for executive-level conversations related to business development, client retention, strategic priorities, and account growth.
• Partner Oversight: Provide strategic oversight to partners and help ensure consistency and alignment in the organization’s industry brand image.
• Sales Enablement: Support the Sales team as a subject-matter expert, contributing to new business development, cross-selling initiatives, and revenue growth.
• Growth Strategy: Apply knowledge of growth, retention, and cross-selling strategies to identify opportunities and strengthen commercial relationships.
• Cross-Functional Alignment: Coordinate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders to maintain strategic alignment and deliver a consistent client experience.
• Client Service: Provide a high level of service to internal and external stakeholders while responding proactively to evolving business needs.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Business Development, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Business Experience: Demonstrated business background and relevant industry knowledge, with the ability to understand client needs and translate them into strategic growth opportunities.
• Leadership: 5+ years of leadership experience preferred, with the ability to influence stakeholders and guide strategic initiatives.
• Growth and Retention: Strong knowledge of growth strategies, cross-selling, client retention, and relationship development.
• Negotiation: Strong negotiation skills and the ability to navigate complex business discussions with senior stakeholders.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the executive presence required to engage internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Client Service: Demonstrated ability to provide superior service and build trusted relationships across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Adaptability: Strong sense of urgency and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Technology: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• Compensation: Pay range of $141,216–$235,386 annually, with actual compensation determined by factors including location, job-related skills, experience, qualifications, internal equity, and market conditions.
• Medical Coverage: Medical insurance with HDHP and pharmacy coverage.
• Dental and Vision: Dental and vision insurance options.
• Health Accounts: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Insurance Protection: Long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, and critical illness insurance.
• Legal Support: Pre-paid legal insurance.
• Retirement: 401(k) and Roth 401(k) options.
• Flexible Spending: Parking and transit FSA accounts.
• Paid Time Off: Paid time off for full-time regular employees.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a stable and growing organization.
• Work Arrangement: Remote position, with the role supporting strategic relationships and business development activities across key accounts.

How Jobgether works:

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

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