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Sierra Space Corporation

Senior Director of Business Development (Space Superiority)

louisville, KY

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The Sr Director, Business Development, Space Superiority provides executive leadership across multiple divisions or enterprise-level business development functions, architecting comprehensive growth strategies that transform the organization’s market position and revenue streams

This senior executive role establishes strategic and tactical plans that shape the company’s business development approach across multiple market segments, makes critical decisions that directly impact organizational performance, and leads through multiple layers of management

The Sr Director drives enterprise-level partnerships, oversees major strategic pursuits, and serves as a key advisor on market expansion and business growth. This position requires sophisticated strategic thinking, exceptional leadership presence, and the ability to translate complex market dynamics into actionable business development initiatives that deliver substantial and sustainable growth

Build out enterprise-level business development strategy; identify and implement the steps needed to execute on the strategy across multiple business areas, market segments, and global regions

Be responsible for one or more components of a division, program, or function at a group level or a key enterprise focus area within business development, including strategic accounts, market segments, or capability portfolios

Establish strategic and tactical business development plans for functions/areas owned based on corporate strategy, market analysis, and competitive intelligence

Make strategic decisions about pursuit strategies, resource allocation, and market positioning that are critical to business development performance with likely short-term and long-term impact

Provide direction and lead activities through subordinate managers who have overall responsibility for the successful operation of assigned business development areas and major client relationships

Be accountable for meeting financial plans, goals, and schedules for business development activities with a consistent focus on value creation, win rates, and return on business development investment

Embody company culture and great leadership; serve as a catalyst for transformational change in business development approaches, systems, and organizational capabilities

Drive enterprise-level business development initiatives that align with corporate strategic objectives and position the organization for sustainable competitive advantage

Establish and oversee strategic partnerships and alliances that create significant business opportunities and market access across multiple segments

Direct the development of innovative business models and approaches to capture new markets or expand existing ones, including adjacent market strategies and capability development

Lead cross-functional teams to identify and pursue major business opportunities that require enterprise-wide coordination and executive sponsorship

Interact with internal and external executive-level management on strategic matters related to business growth, market positioning, and competitive strategy

Mentor and develop senior business development leaders to ensure organizational capability and succession planning for critical business development roles

Uphold and model company values; hold others accountable to values in all business development activities, strategic decisions, and client interactions

Benefits

Medical Coverage: We offer two comprehensive medical plans, a PPO and an HDHP, designed to prioritize the well-being of our team members

Dental Coverage: HMO and PPO dental plans are aimed at promoting optimal oral health and reducing costs

Vision Coverage: Our vision plan offers access to a wide range of in-network and out-of-network providers

Flexible Spending Accounts: Maximize savings and use pre-tax dollars to pay for medical and dependent care expenses

Health Savings Account: This tax-advantaged savings account allows team members to set aside pre-tax funds to cover qualified medical expenses

Life and AD&D Insurance: Comprehensive Basic and Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance offers financial protection to your family

Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term disability insurance provides wage replacement should you suffer a disability that prevents you from working

401K Profit Sharing Plan: Employees may contribute 1% to 100% of base salary up to the annual IRS maximum. Employer match provided with a 5-year vesting schedule

Employee Assistance Program: Confidential service available 24/7 that provides assessment, counseling, resources and referrals to employees

Professional Development / Educational Reimbursement Plan: Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate tuition, books and fees.

We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirementWe seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission

In-depth knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices relevant to business development

Proven track record of successfully managing large teams and complex projects at an enterprise level

Ability to build strategy and implement the steps needed to execute strategy over multiple business areas/functions

Strong financial acumen and budget management skills with demonstrated success in managing significant budgets

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree)

Extensive experience leading and supporting organizational changes

Strategic thinking capabilities with demonstrated success in enterprise-level business growth initiatives

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to influence at executive levels

Typically 18+ years of related experience with significant portion in senior leadership roles

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field

Certifications: Advanced business development, leadership, or executive management certifications

Experience directing business development activities across multiple divisions or regions

Proven track record of achieving significant revenue growth through strategic business development initiatives at an enterprise level

Experience developing and implementing go-to-market strategies for new products or services in multiple markets

Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated success in closing high-value, complex deals

Experience building and leading multiple high-performing business development teams

Extensive network of industry contacts and relationships at executive levels

Experience with mergers, acquisitions, strategic partnerships, or joint ventures

International business development experience

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Worksite address

louisville, KY, 40201, US

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