Business Development Manager

Pion; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic technology solutions firm is seeking a Business Development Manager to join their team in Chicago. Responsibilities include managing the full sales cycle, forming partnerships with brands, and securing long-term agreements. Candidates should have proven experience in business development and an extensive track record in sales. The company offers competitive compensation and a remote-first working environment with flexible hours and wellness benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

30 days annual leave

Remote-first working environment

Flexible working hours

Monthly wellness allowance

Gym memberships

Access to mental health support

£200 work from home setup allowance

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Business Development Manager, bringing on board mid-enterprise level brands.
• Full sales cycle experience - including closing.
• Understanding how affiliate networks work is essential to the role.
• Extensive track record of surpassing sales quotas and achieving significant revenue growth.
• Experience in selling from a multi-faceted approach, with longer term sales cycles.

Responsibilities

• Full sales management cycle, including Discovery calls and proposals.
• Form partnerships with brands and secure long-term agreements.
• Manage relationships with affiliate networks.
• Develop a targeted list of strategic brands for outreach.
• Collaborate with Sales Representatives to facilitate a seamless sales cycle.

Skills

Proven experience as a Business Development Manager

Full sales cycle experience

Understanding of affiliate networks

Extensive track record of surpassing sales quotas

Experience in multi-faceted sales approaches

Job description

A little bit about us

Pion produces award-winning technology for the biggest retailers on the planet, connecting them with the youth market. We’re constantly innovating to offer new solutions that satisfy our consumers, drive ROI for our clients, and create an empowering workplace for our employees.

Life at Pion - Where People Thrive

At Pion, we’re driven by big ideas and bold thinkers. Our purpose is clear - We make it possible to reward those who shape our world, from Students to Healthcare workers and more. That mission demands diverse perspectives and a culture where everyone belongs.

Our people power everything we do from innovation to collaboration. We’re here to break down barriers and build a space where everyone can grow, learn, and thrive—because affordability starts with empowered people.

Check out our SHARP values to find out more about our culture.

Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet 60% of the requirements, women and those in underrepresented groups tend to only apply when they tick every box. We don’t think you should have to tick every box. We value your uniqueness, and it goes without saying that all applications are welcome, even if you don’t think you fit the criteria.

Need any adjustments to support you with your application? Just drop us an email at [e-mail].

About the role

As a result of our incredible success and growth, we are looking for a Business Development Manager in the US to join us.

Responsibilities include

• Full sales management cycle, Discovery calls, proposals, collaborating with various teams internally and externally during negotiations whilst striving to ensure you are closing deals.
• Forming partnerships with brands and securing long-term agreements that generate recurring revenue and contract renewals.
• Relationship management with affiliate networks.
• Develop and curate a targeted list of strategic brands for outreach initiatives.
• Collaborating with Sales Development Representatives and Account Managers to facilitate a seamless sales cycle for clients.

A little bit about you

We’d really like to hear from you, if you have

• Proven experience as a Business Development Manager, bringing on board mid-enterprise level brands.
• Full sales cycle experience - including closing.
• Working with affiliate networks and understanding how they work is essential to the role.
• Extensive track record of surpassing sales quotas and achieving significant revenue growth.
• Experience in selling from a multi-faceted approach, with longer term sales cycles that generate continuous revenue.

Life at Pion

Let’s take a look at a few things that make Pion an amazing place to work.

• Competitive salary.
• 30 days annual leave, plus state holidays.
• Accredited 'Great Place To Work’ company in three categories.
• Commitment to personal development and career growth, coaching workshops and progression plans.
• Remote-first working environment.
• Flexible working hours (start between 8-10am and finish between 4.30-6.30pm).
• Focus on welfare. We offer a monthly wellness allowance, gym memberships, access to mental health first aiders, a health cash plan and more.
• Access to incredible partnership discounts for the biggest brands in the world. Think Google, Apple, GymShark, Domino's, Uber and loads more!
• £200 work from home set up allowance to put towards your at-home working space.

Want to know more?
Check out our career site for everything you need to know about starting a career with Pion.

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