Remote Government-Military Market Development Lead

Velcro; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Velcro Companies is seeking a Market Development Manager to lead the Government-Military growth strategy from opportunity identification through commercialization, expanding Velcro’s participation in higher-value military programs and government contracts. You will own the segment strategy, collaborate across functions, influence specifications, and drive profitability.

The role requires 7–10 years in related fields, a technical or commercial degree, travel up to 30%, and US citizenship.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in business development, market development, strategic marketing, product management or technical sales.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, marketing, textile engineering, or related discipline.
• 5+ years serving government/military/defense markets.
• Proven history of identifying, qualifying and commercializing opportunities.
• Ability to travel up to 30% and US citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a multi-year Government-Military growth strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
• Expand Velcro participation in higher-value solutions and improve profitability.
• Lead cross-functional commercialization and manage the opportunity pipeline.
• Build industry influence through trade associations and key industry networks.
• Champion innovation and commercialization across programs with OEMs and government buyers.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Market development

Product management

Technical sales

Cross-functional collaboration

Market forecasting

Pricing strategy

Gov't market knowledge

Education

Engineering degree

Business degree

Marketing degree

Textile engineering

Job description

Velcro Companies is seeking a Market Development Manager to lead the Government-Military growth strategy from opportunity identification through commercialization, expanding Velcro’s participation in higher-value military programs and government contracts. You will own the segment strategy, collaborate across functions, influence specifications, and drive profitability.

The role requires 7–10 years in related fields, a technical or commercial degree, travel up to 30%, and US citizenship.