New Business Expansion & Promotion Specialist

Kumon • Rutherford, NJ

14h • Hybrid

About The Position

Help more students access Kumon—by building the partnerships that make it possible. If you love turning ideas into action, building relationships that last, and using data to drive smarter outreach, this role is for you. As a New Business Development Specialist, you’ll pursue new business opportunities that grow enrollment and expand access so we can bring Kumon to as many individuals as possible.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 5–7 years of related experience (business development, partnerships, sales, project-based growth work, or similar).
• Advanced analytical, process/project management, prioritization/time-management, and strong written communication skills.
• Strong verbal communication skills—comfortable presenting and influencing stakeholders.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to work on-site at a U.S. company location at least two times per week.

Nice To Haves

• Experience building partnerships in education, youth programs, nonprofit, or community-based initiatives.
• Comfort translating performance metrics into practical next steps for teams.

Responsibilities

• Generate new leads and attract new clients for New Business Programs through networking and digital marketing/outreach.
• Build strategic relationships with prospective and existing partners—listen closely, understand their needs, and propose tailored solutions that support shared goals.
• Drive projects forward by developing and executing strategies that contribute to company enrollment goals, aligning efforts across teams to maximize results.
• Create compelling proposals and presentations—prepare pitches, present business proposals, and support contract negotiations and closing activities as guided.
• Track what’s working—monitor and analyze performance metrics, then share clear, actionable updates with leadership.
• Partner internally for strong execution—work closely with internal teams to ensure quality implementation, clear communication of the business model, and appropriate Branch-level support.
• Improve the engine—identify opportunities to streamline, innovate, and strengthen business development processes.
• Stay ahead of the curve—research education trends to uncover and evaluate new business opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level