Senior Business Development Manager

Mpowering People; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary range

Job summary

A leading technological innovator in Detroit is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to drive U.S. growth initiatives in ADAS and autonomous technologies. This role involves building relationships with OEM clients, leading business strategies, and acting as a key representative in the industry. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in the ADAS/AV sector, strong communication skills, and a passion for future mobility solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of senior-level business development experience in the ADAS/AV sector.
• Deep relationships with decision-makers at major OEMs.
• Proven ability to manage and grow complex customer accounts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and strengthen relationships with existing OEM clients and identify new partners.
• Lead end-to-end business development initiatives from planning to execution.
• Represent the company in client meetings and industry events.

Skills

Business development

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Job description

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Senior Business Development Manager – ADAS & Autonomous Driving (USA)

Location: Detroit, Michigan (On-site)

Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you passionate about shaping the future of mobility and autonomous technologies? We’re seeking a seasoned Senior Business Development Manager to lead U.S. growth initiatives for a global innovator in ADAS and autonomous driving solutions.

In this role, you’ll drive strategic partnerships, engage directly with major OEMs, and be instrumental in expanding the business' footprint across the U.S. market. This is a unique opportunity to represent cutting-edge technology and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in a highly dynamic, fast-moving environment.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Develop and strengthen relationships with existing OEM clients and identify new strategic partners.
• Lead end-to-end business development initiatives from planning to execution.
• Represent the company in client meetings, product demos, and industry events.
• Analyze market trends, identify growth areas, and shape regional strategies.
• Collaborate with sales, technical, and marketing teams to deliver aligned solutions.
• Provide leadership with regular updates on business opportunities and pipeline health.

What You Bring:

• 5+ years of senior-level business development experience in the ADAS/AV sector.
• Deep relationships with decision-makers at major OEMs (must-have).
• Proven ability to manage and grow complex customer accounts.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Willingness to travel frequently across the U.S.
• You'll be part of a mission to revolutionize mobility—developing solutions that reduce accidents and enable autonomous driving at scale. If you're a driven, hands-on professional with a passion for future mobility, this is your chance to make real impact.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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