SVP, Business Development

New Business Acquisition

Identify, target, and close high-value enterprise accounts within the growing health, wellness, and lifestyle industries.

Executive Presence

Carry out high-stakes discovery and pitch presentations to C-suite stakeholders, articulating MERGE’s value proposition with clarity and confidence.

Pipeline Rigor

Implement and maintain a disciplined sales process. Manage a transparent, predictable, and data-driven lead-to-close lifecycle.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with additional stakeholders to ensure that "The Win" is backed by a sustainable operational plan.

Market Strategy

Act as a subject matter expert in health and wellness trends, positioning MERGE as the premier partner for brands looking to make a meaningful impact.

Core Competencies

• The Hunter Instinct: Uncover new opportunities; create the conversation.
• Operational Excellence: Structured approach to prospecting, qualifying, and reporting.
• Collaborative Spirit: Bridge the gap between the sales promise and the delivery team's reality.
• Passion for Wellness: Invested in the health category; understand regulatory nuances, emotional drivers of the consumer, and digital landscape.

Who You Are

• 12+ years in senior business development or agency growth roles.
• Deep roots in Health & Wellness or Life Sciences.
• "True Hunter" mentality—motivated by the chase and the close.
• Proven track record of using CRM and data to drive predictable growth.
• Ability to command a room and mentor junior pursuit teams.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• 401K
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Flexible Time off & Holidays

Salary Range

$200,000 - $215,000 + commission, based on the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, location, and other relevant factors.

About MERGE

MERGE is a marketing and technology agency purpose-built for the intersection of health and wellness. We move beyond traditional engagement to Whole Human Marketing, recognizing that humans are multidimensional and complex, and using AI to ensure every brand interaction feels natural, contextual, and relevant. Our North Star is to unite people and brands to empower healthier, happier lives.