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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$96K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic sales team, driving strategic growth, and fostering strong customer relationships. This role combines operational excellence with people development to achieve di...

Fort Mill, SCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $193K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic sales team, driving growth through strategic partnerships, and executing innovative healthcare solutions while achieving personal and team sales goals in a col...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $120K *

Transform customer engagement through innovative marketing strategies, managing global campaigns and partnerships to enhance brand loyalty and advocacy. Drive measurable success in a dynamic startup e...

California City, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $110K *

Drive business growth by identifying and qualifying federal procurement opportunities, focusing on healthcare contracts. Collaborate on capture strategies and build partnerships to enhance win probabi...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $250K *

Transform client engagement and product marketing strategies to drive global expansion. Collaborate across teams to craft compelling narratives, enhance customer journeys, and position the brand as a...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in transforming employee onboarding processes through Workday, managing the entire project lifecycle from design to implementation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure al...

Boston, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $170K *

Elevate your career by driving new product development and enhancements in commercial property and casualty insurance. Collaborate across departments to implement best practices and ensure operational...

Lansing, MIRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $300K *

Develop strategic customer relationships, drive retention and expansion for complex accounts, and collaborate across teams to ensure customer success and satisfaction. Build trust with C-suite stakeho...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $120K *

Transform business intelligence into actionable insights by leading product strategy and development. Collaborate across teams to create scalable solutions that enhance decision-making and drive measu...

Minnesota, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Drive strategic account growth by managing key relationships, leading complex deals, and developing multi-year plans. Collaborate with a virtual team to enhance customer security amidst digital transf...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive growth by shaping strategic account plans and leading complex deals. Build executive relationships and manage a focused portfolio of customers, ensuring security during their digital transformat...

Raleigh, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a strategic Major Account Manager role driving key initiatives, building executive relationships, and leading complex sales for a focused portfolio. Join us to unlock potential a...

Nashville, TNRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage with strategic accounts to drive growth, build executive relationships, and lead complex sales cycles. Shape multi-year account strategies and collaborate with a virtual team to deliver impactf...

Charlotte, NCRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $175K *

Transform product data governance and lifecycle management by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance, and optimizing processes for efficient product development and manufacturing across t...

Chelmsford, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Create impactful go-to-market strategies and account-based marketing programs for utility accounts, shaping messaging and campaigns to drive business development and engagement from day one...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of performance marketing by pioneering paid media strategies and campaigns. Collaborate with a dynamic marketing team to optimize channel growth, drive pipeline, and elevate brand pre...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $125K *

Grow key accounts in the Casino Gaming sector by driving business expansion, identifying opportunities, and delivering tailored computing solutions. Engage with C-level executives to enhance partnersh...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead quality initiatives for data center projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely, safe, and effective delivery of high-performance facilities. Adapt to evolving indus...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Develop distinctive trading card products by managing brand strategy, product configurations, and commercial performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful launches and enha...

Neptune, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$132K - $188K *

Elevate your career by owning product strategy and execution for AI Gateway capabilities, ensuring seamless connectivity across the AI ecosystem while collaborating with cross-functional teams to driv...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $186K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building strong client relationships while leading strategic initiatives in the retirement industry. Leverage your expertise to educate clients, resolve issues, and dri...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform global marketing strategies for the Dairy segment, driving growth through demand generation, compelling messaging, and commercial alignment. Collaborate cross-functionally to execute effecti...

Oakdale, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $171K *

Shape the market narrative for AI Agent Identity by leading product marketing initiatives. Own positioning, messaging, and commercial enablement for DNSid, translating complex innovations into compell...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $200K *

Unlock your potential by driving new business growth in a dynamic sales role. Engage with customers, build relationships, and develop strategic plans to expand market presence across North and South C...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $220K *

Advance product innovation by leading strategy and execution across multiple products. Drive data-informed decisions, manage complex lifecycles, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver...

Bentonville, ARRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.