Job Description
Join GrowthForge Partners as a Senior Business Development Manager to spearhead strategic initiatives that drive exponential growth. We're a venture-backed SaaS startup revolutionizing B2B client acquisition through data-driven partnerships. This role offers unparalleled autonomy to shape our market expansion while working alongside industry innovators in a dynamic, results-oriented environment.
Responsibilities
- Identify and cultivate high-value strategic partnerships with Fortune 500 companies and industry disruptors
- Develop and execute go-to-market strategies for new service verticals, achieving 30% YoY revenue growth targets
- Lead complex negotiations resulting in multi-million dollar contracts and long-term client relationships
- Analyze market trends and competitive landscapes to inform product development and positioning
- Mentor junior BD team members while fostering a culture of data-driven decision making
- Collaborate with product and marketing teams to create co-branded campaigns and thought leadership content
Qualifications
- 8+ years in B2B business development with proven $5M+ annual quota achievement
- Expertise in SaaS, enterprise software, or high-growth tech sectors
- Exceptional negotiation skills with track record of closing strategic partnerships
- Advanced proficiency in CRM platforms (Salesforce) and sales analytics tools
- Strong network within San Francisco tech ecosystem and adjacent industries
- Strategic mindset with ability to translate market insights into actionable growth plans
- MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred