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World Kinect · 7 hours ago

Director, Business Development

World Kinect is a leader in energy and mobility solutions, seeking a visionary leader for the role of Director of New Business Development. This position focuses on creating and scaling innovative revenue streams, driving market entry strategies, and forging strategic partnerships to redefine the company's industry footprint.

EnergyEnergy ManagementFuelInfrastructureLogisticsOil and GasReal EstateSolarSustainability
Hiring Manager
Siobhan Birkett
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Responsibilities

Create New Businesses: Identify and prioritize high-potential opportunities aligned with World Kinect’s growth strategy. Build business cases, financial models, and lead the full lifecycle—from concept validation to commercialization and scale
Drive Market Entry: Define go-to-market strategies, pricing models, and partnership frameworks that accelerate adoption and deliver competitive advantage
Forge Strategic Partnerships: Develop alliances with industry leaders, technology innovators, and investment partners to unlock new growth channels
Lead Cross-Functional Execution: Partner with Finance, Legal, Operations, and Commercial teams to ensure seamless delivery of new ventures. Influence senior stakeholders and secure buy-in for strategic investments

Qualification

Business DevelopmentFinancial ModelingMarket Entry StrategiesStrategic PartnershipsP&L OwnershipStakeholder ManagementAnalytical SkillsNegotiation SkillsCommunication SkillsRelationship Building

Required

10+ years in business development, innovation, or commercial leadership roles, with a track record of launching and scaling new businesses or products
Experience in energy, transportation, logistics, or adjacent sectors
Strong P&L ownership and ability to build sustainable revenue models
Bachelor's degree required
Exceptional negotiation, stakeholder management, and communication skills

Preferred

MBA or equivalent preferred

Company

World Kinect

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Headquartered in Miami, Florida, World Kinect Corporation (NYSE: WKC) is a leading global energy management company, offering a broad suite of solutions across the energy product spectrum.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$350M
2023-06-21Post Ipo Debt· $350M
2016-12-27Post Ipo Equity
1986-08-28IPO

Leadership Team

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Jose-Miguel Tejada
EVP and CFO
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Ira Birns
President
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