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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$88K - $105K *

Innovate within the media marketing domain by executing high-impact paid campaigns. You'll enhance lower funnel conversion strategies, leveraging your extensive SA360 expertise to drive results and de...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading a distributor network to drive sales growth, ensuring effective execution of business plans and fostering strong relationships within the marketplace. This role requires st...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Empower project success by managing financial coordination, stakeholder relationships, and full-lifecycle oversight. Drive effective communication and risk management while adapting to changing priori...

St. Louis, MORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $201K *

Drive strategic engagement with key defense contractors while cultivating impactful relationships at all levels, creating competitive plans, and leading mutual opportunities to enhance market presence...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by driving full life cycle recruitment for financial advisors. Collaborate with leadership and engage candidates to build a diverse talent pipeline while trackin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare by driving sales of innovative water purification systems. Leverage your expertise to build relationships and ensure compliance, enhancing patient safety acr...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$159K - $227K *

Drive global transfer pricing strategies, implementing policies and insights that align with business goals and compliance requirements, while enhancing operational efficiencies and stakeholder collab...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$165K - $195K *

Transform enterprise sales and modernization for retirement technology. Lead a team of Sales Engineers, engaging with diverse stakeholders to deliver tailored solutions and drive impactful customer ex...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $177K *

Lead product marketing initiatives to enhance adoption and communication of innovative solutions for the Public Sector, ensuring alignment across teams and effective messaging for government and nonpr...

Washington, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $159K *

Unlock potential by driving client outreach and proposals, converting new partners to the platform. Own complex sales cycles, build executive relationships, and leverage AI-driven strategies to enhanc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$112K - $176K *

Unlock client success by managing post-sale relationships, driving product adoption, and identifying growth opportunities in the consumer lending sector. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance cli...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Help us drive strategic initiatives by coordinating cross-functional teams, managing risks, and delivering executive-ready reports to ensure successful program execution and stakeholder alignment...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive growth and manage strategic customer relationships in the Bus, Truck, Rail, and Specialty Vehicles market, leveraging innovative adhesive solutions to achieve business...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the product strategy for B2B email and identity data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product launches, enhance capabilities, and engage with cli...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$154K - $260K *

Join an innovative team to lead and evolve critical Core Infrastructure. Oversee infrastructure strategy, improve operational health, and drive automation to boost performance across a globally distri...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$89K - $114K *

Develop and execute channel strategies to enhance aftermarket revenue and market share. This role involves managing distributor performance, optimizing territories, and ensuring alignment across funct...

Kohler, WIRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $160K *

Champion the vision and strategy for AI-powered products, driving their roadmap and delivery while mentoring peers. Leverage AI tools to enhance decision-making and product lifecycle management, ensur...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive growth by cultivating new business partnerships in the industrial sector. Leverage existing relationships and educate distributors on value-added products to achieve annual revenue and profitabi...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$60K - $145K *

Transform healthcare outcomes by leveraging technology and data to enhance information systems, support clinical workflows, and drive data-driven insights for improved service delivery and decision-ma...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Drive revenue growth by leading territory strategy, managing channel partnerships, and supporting product adoption to meet sales quotas while enhancing market presence with integrators and local busin...

Dallas, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $170K *

Transform the Energy Storage landscape by driving innovative product solutions and fostering strategic partnerships. Leverage your expertise to identify market opportunities and lead initiatives that...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of partner engagement by leading global programs that enhance value across the customer lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, improve partner exp...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $220K *

Elevate your career by leading product strategy and execution for complex solutions. Drive innovation, mentor peers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize inventory management and en...

Bentonville, ARRemote

4 days ago

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

$110K - $220K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing product strategy for complex solutions, driving innovation and collaboration across teams to deliver impactful, customer-centric outcomes that align with busi...

Bentonville, ARRemote

5 days ago

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

$143K - $286K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing product strategy for complex solutions, driving cross-functional collaboration and leveraging data insights to enhance customer experience and operational eff...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.