Explore Market Development Manager Jobs

Market Development Managers identify growth opportunities and help organizations reach new customers, regions, and industries. Their work often combines market research, business strategy, partnership development, and sales enablement to turn emerging opportunities into measurable growth. Explore vetted Market Development Manager openings on Ladders, featuring professional roles that pay $100,000 or more.

What Does a Market Development Manager Do?

Responsibilities vary by company and industry, but may include assessing market size and customer needs, analyzing competitors, developing go-to-market plans, building strategic partnerships, and coordinating initiatives across sales, marketing, product, and operations. These managers track performance and refine strategies based on market feedback and business results.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strategic thinking, strong communication, analytical skills, and experience translating market insights into action. Depending on the role, qualifications may include a background in business development, marketing, sales, product management, or a related field. Familiarity with customer research, forecasting, CRM platforms, and a specific industry can also be valuable.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Market Development Manager roles are available across industries such as technology, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, and consumer goods. Scope and compensation depend on factors including experience, location, company size, industry, and responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover roles aligned with their growth expertise.

Find Your Next Market Development Manager Role

Browse Market Development Manager jobs on Ladders to explore opportunities focused on launching into new markets, developing partnerships, and accelerating business growth. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then apply to roles that fit your experience and career goals.

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$150K - $170K *

Empower the electric utilities sector by driving sales growth and strategic account management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance key customer relationships and execute effective terr...

Stewartville, MNRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead proposal and security response efforts, driving innovation and quality. Manage a skilled group, streamline processes, and enhance collaboration across functions to achieve...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive strategic growth and build executive relationships across a focused portfolio. Shape multi-year account strategies, lead complex deals, and help organizations secure t...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion client success by managing relationships with Tier 1 enterprise accounts, ensuring seamless onboarding, driving product adoption, and enhancing client health for long-term retention and growt...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Drive business growth by leveraging industry expertise and relationships to acquire new clients in the manufacturing sector. Collaborate with teams to develop strategic sales plans and enhance client...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$176K - $293K *

Develop and implement strategic account plans to drive sales growth and build relationships with key decision-makers in healthcare. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve business goals an...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $135K *

Support growth by coaching client-facing professionals to enhance pipelines, advance opportunities, and strengthen client relationships. Collaborate with leaders to execute strategies and drive measur...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Join us in driving strategic partner relationships to enhance revenue growth and market expansion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative partner recruitment strategies and ensu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading sales strategies in a dynamic environment, engaging with executive clients and driving innovative solutions across a diverse tech platform, while leveraging major accounts...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team to drive business growth by engaging with clients, managing sales cycles, and leveraging innovative solutions across tech domains. Utilize your expertise to enhance client relation...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving new business growth in the Food & Beverage industry. Collaborate with sales and OEM teams to leverage our product offerings and shape go-to-market strategies, ensuring strat...

Missouri, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $105K *

Transform client relationships by driving growth through consultative sales, managing complex opportunities, and collaborating with internal teams to exceed targets and deliver tailored solutions in a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $134K *

Join a team that's redefining sales strategies and driving growth. Leverage your capital equipment expertise to manage key accounts globally, execute impactful territory plans, and foster strong custo...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in employee benefits by mentoring a sales team, driving growth, and fostering broker relationships. Utilize your expertise to educate clients and brokers on innovative solutions while...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $163K *

Accelerate progress at expanding our portfolio by driving revenue and managing private label accounts while collaborating with cross-functional teams to create innovative, customer-centric solutions t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $150K *

Drive regional sales growth by leveraging brand strategies, managing broker teams, and developing customer relationships. Utilize data insights to enhance market share and profitability while achievin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Bring your expertise to drive revenue growth in healthcare through consultative sales and strategic partnerships. Own the full sales cycle, collaborate cross-functionally, and mentor future hires in a...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in expanding market presence for antibody discovery solutions in Western North America. Drive strategic partnerships and revenue growth while ensuring exceptional client relations and...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $230K *

Drive market dominance by owning the GTM strategy for innovative AppSec products, collaborating closely with technical teams and sales to ensure successful launches and impactful messaging that resona...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $237K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing client relationships and driving strategic growth. Leverage your expertise in voluntary benefits to manage a diverse portfolio, ensuring client satisfaction a...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Drive growth and partnerships in California by managing sales pipelines, closing contracts, and leading a team to enhance educational outcomes for multilingual learners through Ellevation's solutions...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Empower our trading and crypto growth by leading performance marketing, optimizing user journeys, and boosting engagement. Drive demand generation, manage media campaigns, and collaborate cross-functi...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by driving growth through strategic business development in the industrial sector. Collaborate with enterprise clients, build relationships, and close deals while leveraging innova...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining employee payment solutions. As an Implementation Manager, oversee the deployment of our SaaS product for diverse clients, ensuring successful integrations and fostering s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $169K *

Transform customer outcomes by leading a high-performing team dedicated to leveraging Samsara's solutions. Drive strategic growth while ensuring enterprise clients realize sustained value from their i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Market Development Manager do?question toggle

    A Market Development Manager evaluates growth opportunities and develops strategies to enter new markets, reach new customer segments, and expand revenue. The role may involve market research, go-to-market planning, partnerships, and cross-functional coordination.

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

    Requirements differ by employer, but roles often call for experience in business development, marketing, sales, or a related area, along with analytical, communication, and strategic planning skills. Some employers also value industry-specific expertise or experience with CRM and market research tools.

  • How much do Market Development Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on factors such as experience, industry, location, and role scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for specific salary information.

  • Where can Market Development Managers work?question toggle

    They work across many sectors, including technology, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, and consumer goods. Opportunities may focus on a particular product, customer segment, geography, or industry.

  • How can I find Market Development Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Market Development Manager openings and review listings for compensation, responsibilities, and qualifications. Ladders specializes in vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.