Director of Business Development
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Description
- As the Director, Business Development, you will drive new business initiatives to deliver against sales targets while leading and developing a team of Business Development Managers
- In this role, you will develop and execute innovative sales strategies that drive results for both yourself and your team
- We’re looking for a proven sales leader with a track record of generating new business, building strong relationships, and closing deals
- You will thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and enjoy building and leading a high-performing sales organization
- Build, lead, and develop a world-class team of Business Development Managers
- Become an expert in our product and the restaurant industry, enabling you to coach your team to advise restaurant owners with a high degree of trust and credibility
- Develop and execute winning sales strategies and plans for yourself and your team
- Innovate, confidently present and sell our solution and technology, and continuously refine our approach to the market
- Close deals, generate new business, and consistently exceed sales targets
- Lead, motivate, and inspire a high-performing sales team while creating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve our sales organization and lead projects that strengthen and scale our sales system
- Partner effectively with cross-functional teams to drive business outcomes
- Continuously develop your skills and expertise through reading, podcasts, peer learning, and other forms of professional development
Benefits
- Work from anywhere: Our flexible policy lets you work from wherever you want.
- Equity in Owner: All full-time employees in eligible countries receive pre-IPO equity in Owner.
- Benefits to support your success: We set you up for success where you are and where you’re going.
- Healthcare Coverage: We offer comprehensive health, dental and vision plans.
- Unlimited PTO: Your schedule, your choice. We give our team members full empowerment to choose the time they want to work, and don’t micro-manage working hours.
- Team retreats: We love building real friendships with everyone that we work with, so we do several retreats per year – to deepen our friendships, celebrate our wins, and plan our future.
- Previous second-line management experience in the software industry, preferably within an SMB-focused organization
- 5–7+ years of experience leading high-performing Business Development or Sales Development teams
- Self-motivated, driven, and resourceful, with experience using a range of channels and tools, including social platforms, to build relationships and expand networks
- Experience working in or selling to the restaurant industry is a strong plus
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance, or a related field
- Advanced sales expertise, including consultative selling, solution-based selling, and negotiation strategies
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze sales data, market trends, and competitive activity to inform strategic decisions
- Proven success generating leads, building pipelines, closing business, and consistently achieving or exceeding targets
- Strong experience developing, coaching, and mentoring sales teams to achieve peak performance
- A demonstrated track record of personal and professional excellence