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American Humane Society · 1 day ago

Manager, Business Development

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$110K/yr - $130K/yr

7+ years exp

American Humane Society (AHS) is seeking an experienced Manager, Business Development to develop alliances and collaborations that expand its third-party animal welfare audit programs. The role involves identifying and securing new business opportunities within various industries aligned with the certification programs, while implementing outreach strategies for program growth.

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Responsibilities

Works collaboratively with Communications, Marketing and Development teams to develop and implement a strategic outreach plan to grow certification programs

Responsible for working collaboratively with Program Director(s) and VP, Strategic Partnerships to set and meet ambitious growth goals for achieving program expansion

Creates opportunities for national and international spokespersons for the program, reflecting the mission and values of American Humane Society

Works to differentiate American Humane Society and our certification program from other animal welfare organizations and certification programs

Identifies and attends annual trade shows, conferences, and industry meetings to maximize opportunities to meet influential people and companies

Ensures that all program and informational materials, trade show graphics and displays, and websites are up to date and reflective of program standards

Qualification

Business developmentSales experienceMarketing experienceProduct certification knowledgeContract negotiationMicrosoft Office SuiteCollaborative relationshipsClient service attitudeAdaptability to new softwareCommunicationProblem-solving

Required

Diversity of marketing and sales experience in some or all of the following fields: animal science, health and welfare, and agriculture industry (including allied groups)

Bachelor's degree, minimum 7 years of proven, successful business development/sales experience

Demonstrates a growth mentality and hunger and drive to achieve or exceed goals

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; active listening

Adept at building collaborative relationships and demonstrating diplomacy with diverse constituencies

Demonstrated ability to provide effective and timely solutions

Ability to collaborate with team members to implement annual program goals

Possesses client service attitude and ability to think on feet as well as maintain positive demeanor at all times

Exhibits sound judgement, discretion, and professionalism

Adept at quickly learning new software and technologies

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Must have or be able to obtain a valid passport and driver's license

Possible exposure to barns with intensive animal production

Possible exposure to bio secure environments, requiring donning of protective gear

Occasional lifting of boxes weighing more than 25 pounds

While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be regularly required to: Sit for extended periods, Look at and work off of a computer screen for extended periods, Talk, hear, and exchange information over the computer, telephone and in person