Senior Manager Business Development, Bridgeton

Senior Manager Business Development
Location: Bridgeton, MO, US, *****
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The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers.
We are a 5 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.
Job Summary
Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a full time Senior Manager of Business Development for our Bridgeton, MO facility.
The Senior Manager of Business Development will be responsible for managing and conducting the evaluation and implementation of new initiatives and business opportunities under the direction of the senior business development leader or site lead.
The role provides strategic and tactical direction to the business development function by evaluating growth initiatives, shaping capture approaches, and driving opportunity execution.
This position conducts, and may oversee, market and competitive analysis, identifies and explores customer needs, and supports the planning, design, and implementation of business plans.
The Senior Manager ensures follow-through on the Company's vision, strategies, and tactics by coordinating and facilitating commitments across internal departments/functions, developing and tracking project schedules, and participating in/leading strategic alliances and external business relationships.
The role may manage Business Development staff, and decisions may significantly impact the overall success of a functional business unit.
Preferred candidates will have prior DoD experience, ideally with some level of Fires and/or ADA (Air Defense Artillery) background, and/or experience/expertise in C-UAS (Count-Unmanned Aeriel System), SHORAD (Short-Range Air Defense), and related mission sets, or significant related industry experience in these areas.
Job Responsibilities
Manage and conduct the evaluation and implementation of new initiatives and business opportunities for the Company under the direction of senior business development leader or site lead
Provide strategic and tactical direction to the business development function by evaluating new initiatives and business opportunities
Conduct and may oversee the market analysis and competitive activity
Identify and explore customer needs
Provide assistance in the planning, designing, and implementing of business plans
Assist with the follow through and deployment of the Company's vision, strategies, and tactics
Coordinate and facilitate activities and commitments with other departments and/or functions
Develop and track project schedules
Participate/coordinate in strategic alliances and other external business relationships
May manage Business Development staff
Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
Make presentations on Company portfolio of products and services
Attend business meetings as requested
Attend trade shows
Analyze and have general understanding of the Government budgeting process
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Marketing or Engineering or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience
10+ years of related experience
Strong interpersonal, verbal, written and presentation communication skills
Planning and organization, project management, and time management skills
Ability to work on complex problems
Knowledge of Company products, markets and technology
Strong analytical and financial skills
Willing and able to travel *****% of the time
DoD experience preferred
U.S. Citizenship required.
This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.
The salary range for this position is $130,******/year- $176,******/year for the State of Illinois.
This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting.
Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity.
Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.
In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable.
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS.
We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan.
We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement.
And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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Our Vision.
To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.
Our Values.
The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:
Integrity
Agility
Excellence
Customer Focus
Community & Respect
Innovation
We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.
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