Business Development Manager - 35667
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A packaging manufacturer near the Bardstown, KY area is looking for a Business Development Manager to join their plant. This is a senior leadership position that reports to the Company President. You will oversee sales & marketing activities, ensuring business development & brand identity are in position to meet company goals. The ideal candidate will have several years of sales & marketing experience, with at least 5 years in leadership roles, and preferably with flexible packaging. THIS POSITION IS REMOTE | UP TO 50% TRAVEL | EXPECTED TO VISIT ONSITE OCCASIONALLY This is a full-time position with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401 (K), paid holidays & vacation. Responsibilities: Develop & apply sales & marketing strategies Forecast, implement, & meet sales targets Manage customer service & sales team (lead & encourage to meet targets) Oversee major accounts & build client relationships Monitor brand positioning & marketing campaigns Manage digital marketing & public relations Maintain communication with product & operations teams Work with Finance (budgets & forecasts) Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Business or Marketing required (MBA preferred) Minimum of 8 years' experience in sales & marketing Minimum of 5 years' experience in sales & marketing leadership (preferably in flexible packaging Experience in driving revenue & increasing market share Strong knowledge of digital marketing (utilizing CRM tools & data analytics) Strong negotiation skills Advanced leadership & communication skills Available to travel up to 50% Able to intermittently sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, stoop, kneel, crouch & lift up to 20 pounds Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you're a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success. We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.