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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Major Account Manager – Education & Medical Research (North Carolina)
$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by building strategic partnerships in the Education & Medical Research sector. Drive growth through consultative selling, relationship management, and tailored solutions, while col...
2 weeks ago
Sales Specialist, Managed Services
$110K - $135K *
Drive growth by partnering with sales teams to identify and develop cybersecurity service opportunities. Lead consultative engagements, create proposals, and deliver impactful presentations while coll...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Manager, Client Advocacy and References
$110K - $130K *
Champion client relationships by building and managing a robust advocacy program that enhances brand authority and drives pipeline growth, ensuring effective engagement across sales, marketing, and cl...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Optimize user experience by managing Salesforce administration, enhancing platform functionality, and driving user adoption. Collaborate with teams to support business needs and ensure seamless integr...
2 weeks ago
Senior Sales Strategy & Operations Manager
$136K - $171K *
Drive strategic sales operations initiatives to enhance efficiency, optimize processes, and support predictable growth, enabling a global sales organization to thrive in a dynamic, data-driven environ...
3 weeks ago
Manager, Private Brand Engagement
$84K - $126K *
Join a dynamic team to develop and manage Private Brand activation plans, enhancing customer engagement and product awareness through strategic marketing initiatives and insights-driven improvements...
Yesterday
$80K - $107K *
Join a team that's dedicated to building strong relationships and driving sales growth. Leverage your expertise in the architectural and design industry to educate partners and maximize market potenti...
4 days ago
Account Manager IV Direct Field Sales - Remote within the U.S.
$129K - $162K *
Deliver exceptional customer experiences by driving growth in strategic accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop long-term strategies, identify opportunities, and build trusted rel...
2 weeks ago
Manager, ERP Engineering (BTPAI)
$135K - $160K *
Join us to lead the deployment of AI-driven ERP solutions, enhancing SAP S/4HANA capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, reliable, and secure automation across critic...
1 week ago
Implementation Manager - Data Solutions
$91K - $145K *
Shape the future of data solutions by leading complex pharmacy claims and physician-level data integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that me...
2 weeks ago
Senior Marketing Manager, Product
$90K - $145K *
Join a team that's driving growth through innovative product marketing strategies. You'll shape messaging, lead go-to-market initiatives, and enhance market positioning, ensuring our solutions resonat...
3 weeks ago
Senior Key Account Manager, Pet Food - US Based (Remote)
$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential by managing key accounts in the pet food industry. Collaborate with diverse brands to drive growth, enhance customer relationships, and execute strategic plans that improve pet h...
6 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Unlock your potential as a Technical Project Manager, driving software delivery timelines and ensuring seamless project execution with engineering and product teams. Foster strong stakeholder relation...
5 days ago
Senior Director, Partnership Sales
$140K - $160K *
Drive new business growth by leveraging your expertise in partnership sales, integrated marketing, and sponsorships. Collaborate with brands and agencies to create compelling solutions that meet their...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion strategic channel partnerships by managing relationships, driving referral growth, and executing account strategies. Collaborate with sales teams to enhance partner engagement and optimize pe...
1 week ago
Account Executive, Commercial Sales [New Logo]
$200K - $230K *
Accelerate progress at a leading firm by driving sales strategies that enhance revenue enablement solutions for commercial accounts. Manage complex sales cycles, engage with C-level executives, and en...
Reposted 5 days ago
Manager, Strategic Partnerships
$71K - $90K *
Help us cultivate impactful donor relationships and enhance philanthropic support through strategic engagement and compelling communications, while collaborating across teams to drive major giving ini...
1 week ago
$94K - $161K *
Manage product development from concept to release, focusing on technical solutions. Engage with clients to define requirements, drive innovation, and ensure products meet business needs while collabo...
Reposted 6 days ago
$124K - $223K *
Transform territory management by leading sales initiatives, building client relationships, and collaborating cross-functionally to achieve growth and profitability targets in the healthcare sector...
1 week ago
$175K - $185K *
Lead the strategy and development of innovative analytics and AI solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform complex healthcare data into actionable insights that drive measurabl...
5 days ago
Associate Director, Product (Data)
$165K - $175K *
Empower progress at the forefront of data product management, leading the development of innovative solutions. Drive product success through strategic oversight, client engagement, and cross-functiona...
3 weeks ago
Lead Product Manager, Salesforce, Sales Cloud and PRM
$100K - $140K *
Shape the future of lead management and partner relationships by owning the Salesforce Lead-to-Opportunity and PRM domains. Drive strategy, execution, and collaboration across teams to enhance convers...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Drive growth and build relationships in a dynamic sales role, focusing on expanding market presence and enhancing partnerships with healthcare providers to achieve business objectives in the vascular...
1 week ago
Group Director, Product Management-Agentic Advertising
$170K - $200K *
Transform the future of advertising by leading product strategy for AI-driven commerce experiences. Shape innovative advertising solutions that enhance customer interactions and redefine brand engagem...
Reposted today
Sr. Director, Marketing - Retirement & Wealth (Remote)
$160K - $200K *
Accelerate growth by leading a dedicated marketing organization that drives client engagement, brand leadership, and revenue across diverse financial sectors, while establishing innovative strategies...
2 weeks ago
What does a Market Development Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.