Strategic Growth Manager

Vital Lyfe; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vital Lyfe, based in Torrance, California, is seeking a global market activation leader to drive expansion into new markets, navigate regulatory requirements, and shape the go-to-market strategy for next-generation desalination solutions.

You will work cross-functionally with product, regulatory, and sales teams to align capabilities with market needs, build strategic partnerships, and develop a robust pipeline ahead of 2027 launches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business, or 5+ years experience with a high school diploma.
• 6+ years in market access, consulting, PM, business development, or similar role.
• Experience launching products across multiple international markets.
• Knowledge or experience navigating international regulatory environments is a plus.
• International customer experience with language abilities is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; ability to uncover root causes and solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage international market activations and regulatory requirements for Vital Lyfe products.
• Conduct market research to assess demand, competition, and entry barriers.
• Coordinate with internal teams to align market activation with product roadmaps and compliance.
• Develop stakeholder networks across public and private sectors to support regional growth.
• Own go-to-market strategy for next-gen products via early customer engagements and funnel growth.
• Build and grow the pipeline of commercial opportunities ahead of 2027 product launch.
• Project manage pilots for first prospective customers of industrial and commercial solutions.
• Inform pricing strategy, product development, roadmap, and growth decisions.
• Build strategic partnerships with key partners and government entities aligned with growth targets.
• Build strong relationships to understand customer requirements and growth opportunities.

Skills

Market activation

Project management

Business development

Regulatory navigation

Strategic partnerships

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business

High school diploma/equivalency with 5+ years experience

Job description

About Vital Lyfe

At Vital Lyfe, we are on a mission to solve global water scarcity by creating innovative, desalination systems. This is an opportunity to join a passionate, multidisciplinary team tackling one of the world’s most critical challenges.

Mission

Drive international market activation, leading the business's expansion into new global markets and owning revenue growth across these channels. Direct next generation project management, building the go-to-market strategy and execution roadmap for next generation products across the industrial and commercial sectors. Establish and grow strategic partnerships, including government and commercial alliances, to accelerate market entry and unlock new revenue opportunities.

What You'll Do

• Manage international market activations and navigate regulatory requirements when applicable for all Vital Lyfe product portfolio
• Conduct in-depth market research to assess demand, the competitive landscape, and any barriers to entry into new markets.
• Work cross functionally with Vital Lyfe’s internal teams to align market activation and development efforts with technical capabilities, product roadmaps, and compliance requirements
• Effectively develop and grow a network of supportive stakeholders across the public and private sectors that can aid in promoting Vital Lyfe’s growth in region
• Own the Go-To-Market strategy of Vital Lyfe’s next generation product line, though early prospective customer engagements and funnel growth
• Build and grow the pipeline of commercial opportunities to convert into revenue generating opportunities ahead of 2027 product launch
• Project manage the pilots of first prospective customers of Vital Lyfe’s industrial and commercial solutions
• Take a strategic role in the business, informing pricing strategy, product development and roadmap, and business growth decisions
• Build strategic partnerships with key partners and government entities, aligned with Vital Lyfe’s growth targets.
• Build strong relationships to understand customer requirements, manage expectations, and identify opportunities for growth.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business; OR high school diploma/equivalency certificate with 5+ years of professional experience.
• 6+ years professional experience in market access, consulting, project management, business development, or similar role.
• Success launching products across multiple international markets
• Knowledge or experience in navigating international regulatory environments is a plus.
• International customer experience along with foreign language abilities is a plus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver under tight timelines and resource constraints.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to go beyond the apparent answers to uncover root causes and solutions.
• Industry experience in water treatment technology, consumer products, or water utility is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to capture and incorporate feedback from customers into actionable improvements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience crafting and presenting professional presentations.
• Empathy, active listening, and resilience in managing relationships.

Why Join Vital Lyfe?

• Work on high-impact problems with global relevance
• Help scale breakthrough technology in water security and climate resilience
• Early ownership in a high-growth, engineering-led startup
• Join a tight-knit, mission-driven team in a fast-paced environment
• Build long-term career equity as we grow

Location Requirement: Ability to work 100% onsite in Torrance, CA (remote or hybrid work will not be considered)

Vital Lyfe is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vital Lyfe is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.