Jobgether

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This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Business Development Manager in the United States. This role offers the opportunity to lead growth initiatives within the Snack category, working closely with customers, brands, and retailers to bring innovative solutions to market. The Business Development Manager will leverage technical expertise, market insights, and strategic relationships to accelerate category growth and deliver value-added solutions. This position requires a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution, collaborating across commercial, marketing, and technical teams to drive business objectives. You will act as a trusted advisor to customers, providing credible insights and showcasing solutions that address taste, nutrition, sustainability, and consumer needs. The role is highly visible, with an impact on long-term growth and market positioning, while offering a dynamic, collaborative environment that values innovation and cross-functional alignment. \n Accountabilities: Drive growth in the Snack category by leveraging market knowledge, industry insights, and customer relationships Champion the application of foundational technologies to create layered, value-added solutions Collaborate with leadership, commercial sales, and technical teams to execute strategic initiatives Act as the customer advocate internally, ensuring their needs inform strategy, demos, troubleshooting, and solution development Identify innovation opportunities aligned with market trends and customer feedback Develop business cases for new solutions that support category growth objectives Partner with marketing and technology teams to communicate value effectively and ensure seamless execution of growth initiatives Monitor performance and use data-driven insights to guide decision-making and measure impact Requirements: BS/MS/PhD in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline Strong technical background in snack applications and flavor development Minimum 10 years of experience in commercial B2B food and beverage or private label industry Proven track record of leading customer-facing technical engagements Ability to manage and drive complex projects across multiple business functions Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and relationship management skills Excellent communication and collaboration capabilities, with a customer-centric mindset Benefits: Competitive salary ($123,859 - $213,784, pay-for-performance structure) Performance-based incentive compensation Medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid time off and flexible vacation policy 401(k) plan with employee and company contributions Employee Share Plan Life, disability, and accident insurance Tuition reimbursement opportunities Hybrid/remote work flexibility \n Why Apply Through Jobgether? 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. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1