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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$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving sales excellence in cutting-edge automation solutions across diverse industries. Build strong executive relationships, manage a robust pipeline, and exceed your...

Detroit, MIRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $183K *

Manage the national field activation plan for Clinical Solutions, driving demand generation and customer engagement across priority clinical accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimi...

San Diego, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $100K *

Transform your career by driving sales and market share growth in the building materials sector. Build strong relationships with distributors and contractors while optimizing local strategies to enhan...

Cincinnati, OHRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $120K *

Elevate client success by driving adoption and optimizing claims operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable business value and enhance customer outcomes in the insurance...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $125K *

Grow your career by driving sales in the high-tech water treatment sector. Leverage your industry relationships and expertise to expand market presence, develop strategic plans, and lead negotiations...

Feasterville Trevose, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with us by driving strategic business development, building key relationships, and identifying new opportunities. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance client satisfaction and ma...

Irving, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$121K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading customer transformations through strategic SaaS deployments and AI integration. Spearhead adoption journeys across various teams to accelerate value realization and optimiz...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $286K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead engineering efforts in backend technologies and AI-native applications, driving innovation and operational excellence while mentoring top talent and fostering a culture...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$143K - $286K *

Drive platform-level execution of software and AI/ML systems, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities. Lead cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and champion DevOps practices to enhance inno...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$145K - $185K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing field marketing strategies that drive pipeline growth in the Northwest region. Collaborate with sales leadership to create integrated programs, ensuring mea...

Seattle, WARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $165K *

Transform strategic partnerships by driving new business and expanding relationships with Independent Agencies and Brand Direct clients, leveraging advanced advertising solutions and insights to unloc...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $158K *

Drive product ownership excellence by leading a team of Product Owners, prioritizing backlogs, and ensuring Agile practices are followed to maximize value delivery and meet business needs in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Drive product strategy and execution for a B2B SaaS platform, blending hands-on ownership with strategic leadership. Collaborate across teams to align customer needs and business goals, ensuring high...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer innovative sales strategies and lead a dynamic team to drive revenue growth, enhance customer satisfaction, and expand market presence in the marketing services sector. Shape the future of sal...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic sales initiatives and lead a high-performing team to achieve revenue and market share goals across the U.S. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer engagement and e...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $154K *

Engage with small to medium enterprises, driving IoT solutions through strategic sales. Own the full sales cycle from prospecting to close, nurturing relationships and building trust to deliver impact...

CanadaRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Build strategic customer relationships and expand international presence by acquiring new enterprise clients and nurturing existing accounts in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $220K *

Lead the charge in optimizing distribution networks to enhance efficiency, service performance, and cost-effectiveness. Drive strategic initiatives, evaluate operating models, and implement transforma...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of customer experience by enhancing operational efficiency and driving satisfaction. Collaborate across teams to implement strategies that elevate service quality and ensure seamless...

California, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$116K - $146K *

Develop customer-centric digital product strategies and deliver innovative solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring quality and efficiency in the plumbing and HVAC supply chain...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$76K - $127K *

Unlock growth by collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive market strategies, analyze data, and enhance customer engagement in the healthcare ecosystem. Contribute to impactful marketing init...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $185K *

Engage the customer lifecycle by developing scalable marketing programs that enhance onboarding, retention, and expansion. Collaborate cross-functionally to transform insights into impactful strategie...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Explore integrated marketing campaigns that drive business impact. You'll translate market opportunities into data-driven strategies, bridging go-to-market initiatives with cross-functional execution...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive integrated marketing campaigns that deliver measurable business impact. You'll translate market opportunities into data-driven strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure suc...

New York, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $112K *

Drive the success of a dynamic SDR team by shaping outbound sales strategies, mentoring talent, and optimizing lead generation processes. Collaborate with leadership to build a high-performing team th...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.