Market Development Director Jobs

Find Market Development Director jobs that match your experience and career goals on Ladders. These senior leaders identify growth opportunities, expand into new markets, and build the partnerships and strategies that help organizations increase revenue. Explore vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Market Development Director Do?

A Market Development Director shapes and leads plans to grow a company’s presence in existing and emerging markets. Responsibilities may include researching customer needs and competitive trends, assessing market potential, developing go-to-market strategies, and aligning sales, marketing, product, and business development teams. Depending on the organization, the role may also oversee strategic partnerships, new channels, and market-entry initiatives.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a mix of strategic thinking, commercial judgment, and leadership. Relevant strengths can include market research, business development, strategic planning, forecasting, negotiation, partnership management, and executive communication. Many positions call for a bachelor’s degree and substantial experience in sales, marketing, business development, or a related field; some employers prefer an MBA or industry-specific expertise.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Market Development Directors work across industries such as technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer goods, and professional services. Compensation varies by company, location, sector, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover roles with significant growth and leadership potential.

Find Your Next Market Development Director Role

Browse Market Development Director openings on Ladders and compare opportunities by industry, location, and responsibilities. Review each listing for its qualifications and compensation details, then apply to roles that align with your experience and ambitions.

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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic growth within the automotive industry, managing key OEM and Tier 1/Tier 2 accounts. You'll build executive relationships, oversee account plans, and identify new...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $213K *

Join a dynamic team to drive global marketing initiatives in medical devices. Leverage your expertise in product strategy and market growth while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance p...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving profitable growth across North America by developing distributor networks and strategic accounts, while ensuring alignment with marketing and supply chain to enhance custome...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform product development by leading cross-functional teams to design, develop, and commercialize innovative software and hardware solutions. Drive project timelines, ensure quality, and align tec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead and execute comprehensive marketing strategies that enhance brand visibility and resident satisfaction, while collaborating with teams to drive occupancy and business growth across the portfolio...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Help us shape a compelling product narrative that resonates with consumers and retailers. Drive go-to-market strategies and coordinate product launches in the cycling industry, ensuring alignment with...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive the success of sales teams across multiple locations, enhancing performance through training, strategic planning, and effective leadership. Collaborate with management to optimize sales processe...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Drive strategic growth by expanding sea logistics services and securing high-value partnerships while navigating industry dynamics and collaborating with cross-functional leadership to shape market tr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $140K *

Lead the charge in achieving sales goals while overseeing a dynamic team of sales representatives. Drive customer satisfaction and market growth through effective coaching, strategic planning, and com...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $140K *

Drive sales growth by leading a team of representatives, ensuring exceptional customer service, and developing effective marketing strategies to enhance market share and achieve budgeted goals in your...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Shape business development strategies by leading teams to identify growth opportunities, manage partnerships, and drive revenue. Collaborate cross-functionally to align initiatives with company goals...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $350K *

Champion the evolution of our AI coding agent by leading eval strategies, optimizing performance, and leveraging extensive user data to enhance accuracy and efficiency. Collaborate with engineering to...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $350K *

Engineer innovative evals for an AI coding agent, leveraging user data to enhance performance. Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize accuracy, speed, and cost-effectiveness while ensuring use...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion strategic marketing initiatives to drive growth in North America. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop market strategies, analyze trends, and enhance customer engagement, ensuri...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$177K - $222K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic asset evaluations and collaborations across teams to enhance business development. Engage with biotech and pharmaceutical sectors to identify opportunities that a...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$177K - $222K *

Transform strategic sourcing by evaluating early-stage assets and opportunities. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance Formation Bio's business development pipeline and drive asset growth in a tec...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$250K *

Transform the future of strategic marketing by driving new business growth and selling innovative incentive solutions to Fortune 500 brands. Leverage your expertise to build relationships and close hi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $170K *

Transform client engagement by leading a high-performing team, ensuring operational excellence and strategic growth. Drive business development and foster relationships to exceed client expectations w...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate growth by developing and executing strategic sales initiatives, building relationships with key stakeholders, and leading preconstruction efforts in the commercial exterior cladding market...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Drive business growth by developing sales strategies, building key relationships, and managing accounts in the commercial exterior cladding sector. Collaborate with teams to pursue opportunities from...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$157K - $200K *

Champion product-line growth and lifecycle management, translating strategies into actionable plans. Collaborate across teams to drive market assessments, positioning, and performance reporting, ensur...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as a leader driving business development in the life sciences sector. You'll cultivate client relationships, generate sales leads, and design strategic solutions to enhance our ser...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $152K *

Drive the Incentives domain by leading product vision and strategy, enhancing performance incentive programs through AI-driven insights and automation, while collaborating across teams to optimize eng...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$167K - $190K *

Transform operational efficiency by leading a manufacturing team to achieve safety, quality, and productivity goals. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing P&L and fostering team deve...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing client partnerships through strategic account management and team development, ensuring exceptional service and measurable growth across key accounts in the corporate tra...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Market Development Director do?question toggle

    A Market Development Director leads strategies to grow a company’s reach and revenue by evaluating markets, identifying customer and partnership opportunities, and coordinating go-to-market efforts across teams.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Market Development Director jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for significant experience in business development, sales, marketing, or strategy, along with strong market analysis, negotiation, leadership, and communication skills. A bachelor’s degree is common, and some roles prefer an MBA or relevant industry experience.

  • How much do Market Development Directors earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as industry, location, company size, and role scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; consult individual listings for specific compensation information.

  • Where do Market Development Directors work?question toggle

    They work across a wide range of sectors, including technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer goods, and professional services, wherever organizations are pursuing market expansion and revenue growth.

  • How can I find Market Development Director jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse the Market Development Director listings on Ladders, review roles by location and industry, and apply to positions that fit your background and career goals.