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Director of Business Development – Softlines
Location
New Jersey
Posted
1 day ago
Salary
$120K - $140K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Director of Business Development – Softlines
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• Lead strategic growth initiatives and shape long-term business strategies • Manage core business development activities and mentor junior team members • Provide market intelligence and oversee complex proposals • Represent the company at high-profile industry events • Prepare sales plans and coordinate the transfer of account ownership • Work with leadership in organizing industry events
Job Requirements
- Post-secondary degree in a relevant field
- 10+ years of experience in a multinational organization
- International business exposure in imported consumer products in a sales, program management, or key account management function
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance programs
- 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment)
- Online training courses
- Virtual and classroom development experiences
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Paid-time off
- Family leave
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