Business Development Manager

Position Summary

The Business Development Manager supports execution of growth initiatives by managing outreach, CRM systems, lead tracking, and relationship development with a strong focus on AI-enhanced prospecting and automation.

Position Details

• Location: Northbrook, IL
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday on-site.
• Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000

Key Responsibilities

• Manage CRM pipeline and lead tracking systems
• Conduct outreach and relationship development activities
• Support referral and partnership engagement
• Track conversion and performance metrics
• Aid in proposal and pitch development
• Maintain business development reporting dashboards

AI & Automation Requirement

• Must use AI tools for lead generation and prospecting
• Responsible for automating CRM updates and pipeline tracking
• Expected to leverage AI for outreach personalization and market research
• Must continuously improve efficiency of business development workflows through automation

Requirements

• Minimum 3–6 years of sales, business development, or account management experience
• Experience working with CRM systems (Salesforce, HubSpot, etc.)
• Strong communication and outreach skills
• Ability to manage pipelines and track conversion metrics
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience using AI tools for prospecting, outreach, or CRM automation
• Ability to improve lead generation efficiency through automation tools

Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k & Match
• Paid time off