AmeriQual Foods - VP of Business Development

AmeriQual Group, LLC; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive benefits

Work-life balance

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Evansville is seeking a VP of Business Development to drive growth by identifying market opportunities and building partnerships. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in food manufacturing, strong negotiation skills, and a proven track record in revenue growth. This full-time executive role offers meaningful work, competitive benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of management experience in food manufacturing, focusing on business development or marketing.
• Proven success in new markets, deal closing, and revenue growth.
• Knowledge of food manufacturing, regulations, and supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Identify new market opportunities and secure customer partnerships.
• Develop strategies for shelf-stable food markets.
• Represent the company at trade shows and industry events.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Strategic partnership building

Market opportunity identification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Finance

MBA

Tools

CRM platforms

Analytics tools

E-commerce platforms

Job description

AmeriQual Foods - VP of Business Development

Join a company where your leadership drives innovation, customer partnerships, and national impact. Be a part of something bigger where What You Do Matters.

AmeriQual Group is an industry-leading shelf-stable food manufacturer supporting the U.S. government, national brands, and top retailers. We’re expanding and seeking a visionary VP of Business Development to lead our next growth phase.

Why choose AmeriQual?

• Meaningful work supporting key sectors
• Career advancement, training, tuition reimbursement, and growth opportunities
• Competitive benefits, bonuses, and work-life balance
• Innovative projects and a collaborative team environment

This executive role involves identifying new market opportunities, building strategic partnerships, launching new products, and increasing revenue through business development across channels like retail, foodservice, private label, government contracts, and e-commerce.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies targeting shelf-stable food markets
• Evaluate and prioritize new business opportunities
• Secure new customer partnerships and distribution channels
• Lead e-commerce strategy development
• Build relationships with buyers, brokers, retailers, and partners
• Represent the company at trade shows and industry events
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service agreements
• Collaborate with R&D, marketing, operations, quality, and finance
• Guide new product development based on market needs
• Manage sales and marketing budgets
• Update the executive team on KPIs, forecasts, and strategic goals

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Finance, or related; MBA preferred
• At least 10 years of management experience in food manufacturing, focusing on business development or marketing
• Knowledge of food manufacturing, regulations, and supply chain
• Proven success in new markets, deal closing, and revenue growth
• Experience with national accounts, retailers, or government procurement (preferred)
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with CRM, analytics, and e-commerce platforms
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally
• Willing to travel up to 50%

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Business Development

Industries

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing