Business Manager

Global Edge Group; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An international staffing firm is seeking a Business Manager responsible for overseeing financial performance and business operations. The ideal candidate has 3–7+ years of relevant experience, with strong skills in financial analysis, budgeting, and business development. This role involves managing budgets, guiding strategic decisions, and collaborating across various teams. The candidate should exhibit excellent communication skills and a proactive approach towards growth and improvement.

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of experience in business management, financial analysis, sales, or marketing.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial decision-making.
• Experience with financial models and KPI dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Manage budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and performance dashboards.
• Analyze margins, operating KPIs, and business trends to guide strategic decisions.
• Develop financial models and support long-range planning.
• Recommend cost-savings and pricing strategies.

Skills

Analytical thinker

Persuasive communicator

Relationship builder

Highly organized

Team-oriented leader

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Word)

Job description

Global Edge is an international staffing firm connecting projects worldwide with the industry’s most talented project professionals. We work with high level technical and commercial personnel across multiple industries including Oil and Gas, Energy, Renewables, Infrastructure, Automotive and Motorsports, IT, Marine, Mining, and more. With offices strategically located worldwide, Global Edge is known for the highest level of delivery for our clients and contractors.

Role Overview

The Business Manager will be responsible for overseeing financial performance, business operations, and sales/marketing initiatives across the organization. This role requires a strong foundation in business and finance paired with exceptional communication skills and a natural ability to connect with customers, partners, and internal teams.

The ideal candidate combines analytical strength with charisma a true professional who can confidently analyze KPIs, lead budgeting efforts, and also represent the company with credibility and a persuasive “gift of gab.”

Key Responsibilities

Financial & Business Performance

• Manage budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and performance dashboards.
• Analyze margins, operating KPIs, and business trends to guide strategic decisions.
• Develop financial models and support long‑range planning and business case development.
• Recommend cost‑savings, pricing strategies, and initiatives that drive revenue growth and profitability.
• Represent the Company in customer meetings, presentations, and industry events.
• Partner with the sales team on strategies, proposals, pricing packages, and customer outreach.
• Support branding, marketing campaigns, and development of communication materials.
• Identify new markets and business opportunities to expand company presence and strengthen competitive position.

Operational & Cross‑Functional Leadership

• Work closely with operations, finance, HR, and leadership to ensure alignment on business objectives.
• Improve internal processes, reporting accuracy, workflow efficiency, and departmental coordination.
• Support key projects, quarterly reviews, and business development activities.
• Foster collaboration across teams to enhance organizational performance and consistency.

Skills & Qualifications

Experience & Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, or a related discipline.
• 3–7+ years of experience in business management, financial analysis, sales, or marketing.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial decision-making.

Core Competencies

• Analytical thinker with the ability to interpret financial data and business metrics.
• Persuasive communicator with natural charisma and excellent presentation skills.
• Relationship‑builder who engages well with customers, vendors, and internal teams.
• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Team‑oriented leader who collaborates effectively at all organizational levels.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Word).
• Comfortable working with financial models, KPI dashboards, and business reporting tools.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• A confident, polished communicator with a strong business/finance background.
• Someone who blends analytical discipline with sales and marketing energy.
• A proactive, strategic thinker who is eager to contribute to growth and continuous improvement.
• A leader who thrives in both operational and customer‑facing environments.

Global Edge Group LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Global Edge Group, LLC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.