Sr. Manager Business Development
About The Position
At FutureCeuticals, we are committed to advancing human health through nature and science. As a Senior Manager of Business Development, you will play a key role in supporting the company’s growth by identifying new opportunities, nurturing strategic relationships, and contributing to the commercialization of innovative, science-backed ingredients. Reporting to the Vice President of Business Development, this role will work closely with Sales, Marketing, R&D, and Regulatory teams to support go-to-market strategies and customer engagement efforts. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in business development and a passion for health and wellness, with the ability to translate scientific innovation into commercial success.
Requirements
- 7+ years of business development and strategic partnership experience in the health and wellness, functional ingredients, nutraceuticals, or food and beverage industries
- Demonstrated success in identifying and developing new business opportunities and partnerships.
- Strong understanding of ingredient markets, food science, and/or clinical research.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to collaborate across departments and influence without direct authority.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with strong critical thinking and decision-making skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools such as SharePoint, OneDrive, and Microsoft Teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Food Science, Nutrition, or related field required.
Nice To Haves
- MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Market Development & Opportunity Identification Support the identification and pursuit of new business opportunities in both emerging and established markets.
- Contribute to the development of strategic plans to grow market share and expand the company’s presence in the health and wellness space.
- Monitor industry trends, customer needs, and competitive activity to inform business development efforts.
- Customer & Partner Engagement Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, co-manufacturers, and brand partners.
- Collaborate with Account Executives to support customer strategy, product positioning, and solution development.
- Represent FutureCeuticals at industry events and conferences to promote brand visibility and network with potential partners.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration Work with R&D and Scientific Affairs to understand and communicate the value of clinically researched ingredients.
- Partner with Sales and Marketing to develop customer-facing materials and support sales enablement initiatives.
- Coordinate with Regulatory and Legal teams to support contract development and ensure compliance.
- Product & Innovation Support Assist in identifying opportunities for ingredient placement and co-development projects.
- Support the commercialization of new products by aligning internal teams and customer needs.
- Help articulate the scientific and functional benefits of ingredients in customer discussions.
- Team Collaboration & Leadership Provide informal mentorship to junior team members and contribute to a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Participate in cross-functional project teams to support strategic initiatives and customer success.
Benefits
- This role may further qualify for supplemental compensation in the form of bonus and incentive programs, contingent upon achieving pre-established individual and company performance metrics.
- Benefits Available: 2026-benefits-summary.pdf
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
