VP, Strategic Business Development

CERIS•Fort Worth, TX

20h•$141,216 - $235,386•Remote

About The Position

The Vice President of Strategic Business Development will lead efforts to strengthen and expand CERIS’ most critical client relationships and serve as the point of contact for business development and retention. This role drives strategic alignment across internal and external stakeholders, guiding discussions on current offerings, new products, and future expansions. Acting as a trusted advisor and subject-matter expert, the VP will support sales initiatives, foster growth opportunities, and ensure consistency in the company’s brand image across the industry.

Requirements

Knowledge of growth strategies, cross-selling, and client retention strategies
Strong negotiation skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to provide superior service to internal and external stakeholders
Sense of urgency and ability to multitask in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Development/related field or equivalent work experience
Demonstrated business background experience and related knowledge required

Nice To Haves

5 years of leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

Initial focus to re-engage CERIS’ target accounts to shape the future of the relationships and ensure consistency through deep understanding of current offerings and expansions
Guide strategic discussions between internal and external stakeholders on recent expansions
Guide strategic discussions between internal and external stakeholders on new products and future expansions
Responsible for strategic oversight for our partners to ensure consistency across the company’s industry brand image
Act as the liaison and point of contact for executive-level discussions on all clients related to CERIS business development and client retention
Support the Sales team as a subject matter expert to assist in new sales, cross-selling and drive growth
Additional duties as assigned