Bekaert · 2 months ago
Strategy & Business Development Lead
Marietta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expBekaert is a dynamic and growing company with a rich heritage of excellence and innovation, committed to creating value through sustainable practices. The Strategy & Business Development Lead will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and driving revenue growth through effective strategy development and market analysis.
Advanced MaterialsB2BIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Develop and execute strategic business development plans to achieve revenue targets and business objectives
Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and industry influencers
Conduct market research to understand industry trends, market conditions, and competitive landscape
Work closely with marketing, sales, and product development teams to ensure alignment and execution of business strategies
Identify and pursue new business opportunities in new and existing international markets to expand the business
Develop and manage a pipeline of business development opportunities
Prepare and deliver presentations and reports on business development activities and results
Participate in industry events and conferences to network and promote the company
Provide input on product development and marketing strategies based on market feedback
Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
Manage and mentor junior business development staff
Identify and mitigate risks associated with business development activities
Qualification
Required
Responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities (markets, growth areas, trends, customers, partnerships, products, services) for developing strategic partnerships and for driving revenue growth
Develop and execute strategic business development plans to achieve revenue targets and business objectives
Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and industry influencers
Conduct market research to understand industry trends, market conditions, and competitive landscape
Work closely with marketing, sales, and product development teams to ensure alignment and execution of business strategies
Identify and pursue new business opportunities in new and existing international markets to expand the business
Develop and manage a pipeline of business development opportunities
Prepare and deliver presentations and reports on business development activities and results
Participate in industry events and conferences to network and promote the company
Provide input on product development and marketing strategies based on market feedback
Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
Manage and mentor junior business development staff
Identify and mitigate risks associated with business development activities
Strong understanding of international business practices and market dynamics
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software
Experience with market research and competitive analysis
Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
Minimum 10 years of experience in business development, preferably in a global context
Master's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Company
Bekaert
Bekaert is a world market and technology leader in steel wire transformation and coatings.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1999-04-01IPO
Leadership Team
Yves Kerstens
Chief Executive Officer & Member Board of Directors
Recent News
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2025-12-19
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