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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$85K - $125K *

Join a team that's driving sales success by leading and developing a high-performing Inside Sales team. You'll manage pipeline activities, collaborate with Account Executives, and enhance team perform...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a dynamic leadership role overseeing sales strategies and team development in the Chromatography & Mass Spectrometry sectors, driving revenue growth and customer satisfaction thr...

Texas, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, optimizing supplier relationships while managing significant spend. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance procurement efficiency, ensuring quality and cost-eff...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Drive strategic sourcing and supplier management to optimize $40MM+ spend, enhance supplier performance, and ensure supply continuity. Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve cost, quality, and risk...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$205K - $277K *

Strategize the future of QuickBooks Advanced by defining multi-year product strategies, leveraging market insights, and driving cross-functional alignment to enhance competitive positioning in the mid...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$105K - $155K *

Engage with OEM customers to drive sales growth, manage development projects, and negotiate contracts. Utilize your expertise in industrial automation to foster relationships and ensure project succes...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $155K *

Engage with OEM customers to drive sales growth, manage projects, and negotiate contracts. Lead initiatives from conception to completion while analyzing key data to forecast future sales expectations...

Detroit, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team to create and implement impactful product marketing strategies that drive growth, enhance brand visibility, and align with market trends while ensuring cross...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of product marketing by leading strategy, development, and execution of cohesive marketing plans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive demand and growth through innovative...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $190K *

Launch innovative marketing strategies that drive product growth, enhance customer engagement, and shape competitive positioning. Collaborate cross-functionally to lead a high-performing team while an...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $210K *

Partner with us to lead product marketing strategies that drive growth and demand for our platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and leverage insights to shape effective messaging and posit...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $200K *

Drive marketing strategies that elevate platform and product offerings, ensuring cohesion across cross-functional teams to enhance customer engagement and demand generation while managing a talented m...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing revenue operations by refining processes, improving workflows, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and scalability in a fast-paced environmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$106K - $159K *

Pioneer the future of early career talent development in Sales by leading global initiatives, enhancing recruitment strategies, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to optimize the SDR experie...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$106K - $159K *

Drive the strategy and operations for attracting, developing, and retaining early career talent in the global Sales Development organization, ensuring alignment across teams and contributing to long-t...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $105K *

Transform mining operations by developing strategic partnerships and delivering innovative wear solutions. Leverage technical expertise and business acumen to drive growth and enhance asset reliabilit...

Timmins, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $105K *

Lead the charge in business development for wear solutions in mining, combining technical expertise with relationship-building to enhance operational performance and drive revenue growth across Northe...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead the Engineered Products sales organization. Drive strategy, develop talent, and manage key relationships. Own financial targets and collaborate cross-functionally to elevate cu...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in specialty chemicals, providing technical marketing support and business development for coatings and adhesives. Collaborate to convert technical projects into...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $184K *

Engage in strategic leadership to drive category performance, manage P&L, and execute growth initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance profitability and operational excellence while devel...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $105K *

Champion demand generation by developing and executing multi-channel campaigns. Drive lead generation, optimize performance, and enhance digital presence to support sales growth and pipeline developme...

Guelph, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Join us to drive product marketing strategies that transform insights into impactful market opportunities, enhancing product adoption and business growth through clear messaging and collaboration acro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate your career by driving brand awareness and demand generation through innovative marketing strategies in a dynamic consulting environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $171K *

Innovate membership engagement by designing rewarding programs that motivate healthy behaviors while ensuring compliance and program sustainability. Collaborate across teams to manage rewards, drive m...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at managing regional supermarket accounts, driving sales growth, and fostering relationships across customer organizations. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure service excell...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.