Business Developer [Humble Bundle]

Ziff Davis; Myrtle Point (OR); Remote; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital retail company is seeking a passionate Business Development Manager to enhance product promotions in the software domain. The role involves curating promotions, developing strong relationships with partners, and driving sales. Ideal candidates should have over 2 years of sales and business development experience, strong communication skills, and a love for software. This position supports remote work within specific geographical locations and offers a competitive salary range between $95,000 and $110,000.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Flexible Time Off

Fitness Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 2+ years of sales experience in digital retail or similar field.
• 2+ years of business development experience.
• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead curation for regular promotions from idea to launch.
• Build relationships with developers and publishers.
• Secure deals for best customer offerings.
• Collaborate with teams to implement ideas.

Skills

Sales experience

Business development

Relationship-building skills

Critical thinking

Strong presentation skills

Tools

Music Creation Tools

Game Engines

Job description

Overview

Description Position at Humble Bundle. The Opportunity: Humble Bundle is looking for an entrepreneurial self-starter to join our Software business development team. You are someone who is willing and excited to work independently to generate ideas for products and promotions, and see those ideas through to completion with enthusiasm, drive and tenacity. This position is within the Humble Bundle Software vertical, responsible for bundling Software related promotions. You will initiate and close deals with top software developers and publishers; bundling best-in-class software, game-development assets, and educational courses into the top-tier promotions that Humble Bundle is famous for. You will sell your bundles to a growing community of 10 million customers and fans, and continue Humble Bundle\'s mission to raise money for thousands of worthwhile causes.

This role follows a standard full-time schedule, with no expectation to work weekends, holidays, or unusual hours. This role will require travel 1-2 times each year for industry events and conferences. This role primarily involves computer-based work with extended periods of sitting or standing and regular use of hands and vision for tasks such as typing. Occasional travel is required, which could include lifting and carrying materials, and navigating airports, hotels, and other venues. For applicants who reside in or around Los Angeles, New York, or London, there may be a requirement to go into our offices 1-2 days per week. For others located in different areas around the world, this position will be remote. There is a strong consideration for applicants who are based in the Pacific time zone.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead curation for regular promotions, from initial idea to launch on the site
• Secure the best deals for our customers, while generating dependable revenue for our business partners
• Build strong, friendly, and long-term focused relationships with our developer and publisher partners, via regular calls, in-person meetings, attending conventions, and more
• Develop and maintain a deep and up-to-date understanding of the software space and the most latest and greatest software
• Find new insights and tactics to build the most appealing promotions and products for publishers, developers and customers; and work with teams across the company to implement these ideas
• Collaborate with teammates to enable Humble to continue being a force for good in the video game industry

Job Qualifications

• The Must-Haves:
  • 2+ years of sales experience in digital retail or similar field
  • 2+ years of business development experience
  • Comfort with challenging sales calls, communicating complex ideas
  • Ability to comfortably work on multiple projects at once, completing them on schedule
  • Ability to think critically and find solutions to overcome obstacles
  • Strong verbal, written and presentation skills
  • Strong relationship-building skills
  • Deep love for software
  • Seeking expansive knowledge of the following; Music Creation Tools, 3d Asset Development, Game Engines, Audio for Creation, Creative Development Software, Tutorials and Game Assets

About Humble Bundle

Humble Bundle is a part of IGN Entertaiment. IGN Entertainment, a division of Ziff Davis, is one of the world’s largest gaming and entertainment media platforms for fans to explore and celebrate games, film, TV, comic, and much more. Across its 15 digital properties, IGNE reaches more than 490 million monthly users in 110 countries and engages with 85 million fans on social media. Through its online digital store Humble Bundle, IGNE has donated over $270 million to more than 38,000 charities worldwide, underscoring its commitment to making a positive impact. Learn more at corp.ign.com.

About Ziff Davis: Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD) is a vertically focused digital media and internet company whose portfolio includes leading brands in technology, shopping, gaming and entertainment, connectivity, health, cybersecurity, and martech. Today, Ziff Davis is focused on seven key verticals – Technology, Connectivity, Shopping, Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Cybersecurity and Marketing Technology. Its brands include IGN, Mashable, RetailMeNot, PCMag, Humble Bundle, Spiceworks, Ookla (Speedtest), RootMetrics, Everyday Health, BabyCenter, Moz, iContact and Vipre Security.

Compensation

Our Benefits: IGN Entertainment offers competitive salaries in addition to robust, health and wellness-focused benefits, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as life and disability benefits. Our employees enjoy Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), a 401(k) with company match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. We are committed to work-life balance with Flexible Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, and paid holidays. We offer family building and caregiving support and generous Family Care and Parental leave, when you need it. We also provide Fitness Reimbursement and access to wellness programs, ensuring our team stays healthy both physically and mentally. At Ziff Davis, we remain dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We offer Employee Resource Groups, company-sponsored events, and regular opportunities for professional growth through educational support, mentorship programs, and career development resources. Our employees are recognized and celebrated through employee engagement programs and recognition awards.

Compensation Range: Ziff Davis provides a range for the base pay. Factors that may be used to determine your actual pay may include your specific job related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The total salary compensation for this role is $95,000 - $110,000. Individual pay within the compensation range for this business unit specific role is determined based on a variety of factors including experience, scope of the role, capabilities to perform the role, education and training, as well as business and company performance. Ziff Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

DEI

At Ziff Davis, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has always been about fairness, equal opportunity, and belonging. DEI enables us to attract and retain the best talent, regardless of background or circumstances, while enabling our thousands of employees worldwide to thrive.

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