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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$80K - $95K *

Support the development of a high-performing sales team to drive growth, build merchant partnerships, and enhance service offerings. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on training, aim...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $154K *

Shape the future of product marketing by crafting compelling messaging, driving go-to-market strategies, and collaborating across teams to deliver impactful campaigns that resonate with defense custom...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $197K *

Join a team that's driving strategic execution and governance in federal programs. Collaborate across functions to enhance project delivery, mitigate risks, and engage with government partners, ensuri...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving business development initiatives that enhance client relationships and revenue. Engage with customers through strategic planning, proposal development, and networking, whil...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $95K *

Optimize sales strategies by generating leads, diagnosing client needs, and managing the sales process. Collaborate with partners to enhance business opportunities and drive impactful proposals that a...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $90K *

Drive strategic growth by leading market-specific initiatives and managing customer rollouts. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance sales strategies in automotive and government sectors, ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $300K *

Accelerate progress at market expansion. Lead a high-performing sales team, forge impactful partnerships, and drive regional growth through strategic insights and hands-on coaching in the automotive l...

Arizona, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $170K *

Drive business development initiatives by collaborating with attorneys and leaders to enhance client relationships, pursue new opportunities, and support strategic growth across practices and offices...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$105K - $150K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role driving strategic partnerships in the real estate sector. Contribute to business expansion by building relationships with property developers and executing sales s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $105K *

Help us accelerate progress at our company by leading a dynamic sales team to build brands, maximize distribution, and foster consumer connections, driving significant impact in the market through str...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative data products that empower global businesses. Lead cross-functional teams to define product strategy, manage lifecycles, and drive performance metrics, ensuring alignment with mark...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead a dynamic Sales Development team, driving growth and aligning strategies between Sales and Marketing. Focus on coaching and nurturing talent while achieving pipeline goals in a fast-paced, collab...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Seeking a driven sales professional to expand market share in MEP sectors across Western NC and SC. This role involves strategic planning, program development, and significant travel to achieve ambiti...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $160K *

Empower growth by identifying and developing new business opportunities in robotics and consumer electronics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive projects from concept to commercializatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at a new division by identifying and developing business opportunities in robotics and consumer electronics, fostering strategic customer relationships, and driving market expansio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $160K *

Lead strategic initiatives in business development for robotics and consumer electronics. Drive new opportunities, foster customer relationships, and collaborate across teams to enhance market presenc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform customer engagement as a key business partner driving growth and strategy. Lead initiatives that enhance product offerings, analyze market performance, and foster collaboration across teams...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing strategic marketing initiatives that drive revenue growth and enhance customer engagement across the MRO sales channel, collaborating with cross-functional...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $110K *

Lead the charge in shaping product marketing strategies for two dynamic markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive customer adoption, competitive positioning, and revenue growth while e...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving growth and performance in the Great Lakes Region. Lead and develop a dynamic sales team while building strong dealer relationships and executing strategic initiatives for su...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$61K - $150K *

Drive growth by developing and executing sales strategies, enhancing dealer relationships, and achieving lease origination goals in your territory. Collaborate with leadership to implement best practi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Champion strategic growth by connecting leadership and business units, managing M&A pipelines, and driving opportunity assessments. Lead cross-functional initiatives to align corporate development wit...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$62K - $104K *

Drive sales growth by leading a dynamic team, developing strategies, and maximizing profits across multiple locations. Foster customer relationships and enhance market presence through effective manag...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $105K *

Drive the go-to-market strategy for HVAC-R products, collaborating with sales and partners to enhance revenue through innovative solutions and technical support while analyzing market trends and execu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Empower your career by owning the go-to-market strategy for HVAC-R products. Collaborate with sales and partners to drive revenue, develop innovative training, and analyze market trends to ensure succ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.