Zebra Technologies

Director of Business Development - Sensors (Hybrid, Morris Plains, NJ)

Zebra Technologies$177K — $266K *
Healthcare
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 15+ years of professional experience focusing on strategy and business planning.
  • Experience managing and mentoring high-performing global teams.
  • Direct experience in Healthcare, Life Sciences, or MedTech sectors.
  • Proximity to Morris Plains, NJ office; able to work hybrid and travel domestically/internationally up to 25%.
  • MBA or similar advanced degree preferred.
  • Strong background in technology, particularly IoT or advanced sensors.

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic partnerships to enhance temperature-sensing market growth.
  • Develop commercial scaling strategies for targeted verticals.
  • Identify key pharmaceutical and vaccine cold chain opportunities.
  • Create and manage a funnel of strategic commercial opportunities.
  • Engage potential partners for viability and fit evaluation.
  • Oversee global partnership integrations to maximize sales objectives.
  • Align new and existing operations through tactical and strategic planning.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work options with flexible hours including Summer Flex Fridays and Focus Fridays.
  • Comprehensive healthcare and wellness programs.
  • Community service days and opportunities for personal development.
  • Parental leave and employee assistance programs.
  • Paid time off options, varying by location.
Full Job Description
What We're Looking For:
Reporting directly to the VP, Strategy and Go-to-Market this position will provide leadership and support to Temperature Sensing & Thermochemical Labels segment's strategic growth function. The Director, Business Development - Temperature Sensing will work closely with the VP, key senior management, business unit leaders and vertical / portfolio strategists to identify the best ways to extend and accelerate sensor portfolio strategies using strategic partnerships and direct market execution. This role will also work with and support Corporate Development to scale this business segment from $70M to $250M through targeted healthcare and food/beverage cold-chain strategies.

Must reside in the United States, with proximity to the Morris Plains, NJ office. Ability to work a hybrid schedule (minimum of 3 days per week in-office) and travel both domestically and internationally up to 25% (or as business dictates).
  • Collaborate closely with the VP Strategic Development, business unit leaders and strategists to identify the key temperature-sensing market opportunities in the pharmaceutical and vaccine cold chain.
  • For select, prioritized verticals, act as the strategic development partner to the responsible business unit, which includes:
  • articulating precise go to market and commercial scaling strategies;
  • defining and refining search and filter criteria to help identify ey NGO (e.g., GAVI, UNICEF) and pharmaceutical partners;
  • developing a funnel of strategic commercial opportunities through research, networking, etc.;
  • leading a process with leadership and key stakeholders to prioritize partners and targets for further engagement;
  • engaging prioritized targets to further qualify their fit and viability; creating strategy and business case analyses and presentations for prioritized opportunities; and
  • presenting opportunities to senior leadership
  • Play a key role in ensuring the effective integration of all complex global partnerships to maximize value creation and achieve environmental sensor sales goals.
  • Drive the process to develop tactical and strategic plans to more closely align new and existing operations and develop and track financial measures post-partnership to ensure synergy realization.
  • Lead by example, model Zebra's core values, deliver results and build strong relationships with Zebra's Senior Management.
  • Collaborate closely with the VP, Strategy and Go-to-Market to further develop and refine AVS strategic development process and deliverables.


Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 15+ years of progressive professional experience, with a heavy emphasis on strategy, business planning, or management consulting.
  • Proven track record of direct people management, including building, mentoring, and leading high-performing, global teams aligned with broader business objectives.
  • Direct professional experience working within the Healthcare, Life Sciences, or MedTech sectors.
  • Must reside in the United States, with proximity to the Morris Plains, NJ office. Ability to work a hybrid schedule (minimum of 3 days per week in-office) and travel both domestically and internationally up to 25% (or as business dictates).

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent advanced degree.
  • Strong background in the technology sector, with specific exposure to smart data capture, advanced sensors, or IoT technology.
  • Familiarity with the pharmaceutical industry and comfort engaging with global health partnerships, international health consortiums, or non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
  • Exemplary executive communication, presentation, and storytelling skills; comfortable influencing and collaborating with C-suite stakeholders.
  • Sophisticated negotiation, persuasion, and partnership-building capabilities.
  • Advanced financial acumen, strategic framework proficiency, and the ability to translate complex data sets into highly structured, executive-ready presentations.


Pay Range:
$177,920.00 - $266,880.00 Annual

Incentive Compensation:
In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 25% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Zebra Total Rewards:

Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive - including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.

Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.

Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.

Benefits:

We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.

Job Posting Statement:

To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers, please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via @zebra.com email accounts. Applications are only accepted through our applicant tracking system and only accept personal identifying information through that system. Our Talent Acquisition team will not ask for you to provide personal identifying information via e-mail or outside of the system. If you are a victim of identity theft contact your local police department.

AI Technology Statement:

Zebra Technologies leverages AI technology to evaluate job applications using objective, job-relevant criteria. This approach enhances efficiency and promotes fairness in the hiring process. However, every decision regarding interviews and hiring is made by our dedicated team, because we believe people make the best decisions about people. For more on how we use technology in hiring and how we process applicant data, see our Zebra Privacy Policy.

About Zebra Technologies

Zebra Technologies is a global leader in enterprise mobile computing, data capture, and printing solutions. The company provides hardware and software solutions that enable businesses to improve productivity, increase efficiency, and enhance customer service. Zebra Technologies serves a wide range of industries, including healthcare, retail, manufacturing, transportation and logistics, and government. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Lincolnshire, Illinois. Zebra Technologies is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about Zebra Technologies
Size
9,800 employees
Market Cap
$12.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$504 million
Founded
1991
5 Year Trend
+9.5%
Revenue
$4.4 billion
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