Business Development Project Manager

*POSITION SUMMARY* Laderach N.
America is seeking a Business Development Project Manager to contribute to our company’s growth.
As a front-facing representative, you will be responsible for creating and implementing effective strategies to develop corporate sales as well as managing the expansion of new locations.
Your primary goal is to drive sustainable financial growth by coordinating people and processes to ensure timely project delivery and successful outcomes.
You will be the go-to person for project organization, timelines, and execution.
This role combines business acumen, relationship-building, and strategic thinking.
If you are passionate about driving growth and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply! *General Duties* · Conduct research to identify new markets and customer needs.
· Create a growth strategy that focuses on both financial gain and customer satisfaction.
· Assist in sourcing new store locations and manage store opening projects from selection to successful launch.
· Arrange business meetings with prospective clients.
· Promote the company’s products and services, addressing or predicting clients’ objectives.
· Develop detailed project plans, including scoping, objectives, and technical feasibility.
· Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors to execute projects flawlessly.
· Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
· Allocate resources effectively to meet project requirements.
· Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule, and costs.
· Establish and maintain relationships with clients and all relevant stakeholders.
· Report project progress using suitable systems and tools.
· Escalate issues as needed.
· Establish and maintain relationships with clients and all relevant stakeholders.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS · Proven working experience as a business development manager, sales executive, or in a relevant role.
· Demonstrated sales track record.
· Effective communication and negotiation skills.
· Proven working experience in project management or related roles.
· Ability to build rapport with clients.
· Effective time management and planning skills.
· Bachelor’s degree in business administration, computer science, sales, a relevant field, or equivalent experience.
· Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software (e.
g.
, Salesforce).
· Ability to oversee multiple tasks and solve complex problems.
· Strong follow through-thinker who takes initiative in tackling projects, an overall forward-thinking analytical person.
· On the pulse of new/better systems and software, tech savvy and ability to self-teach.
· Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
· Works well under pressure with a can-do positive outlook · Cultivate an environment of courtesy and respect.
· Familiarity with facilities management is a plus.
· Passionate about chocolate *COMPENSATION PACKAGE * · Competitive Salary · Paid Time Off (vacation, holiday, sick, etc.
) · Optional 401K Enrollment · Medical – 80% contribution by Läderach of Employee Only plan and 50% contribution by Läderach of Family Coverage plan(s) · Dental (we are a chocolate company after all ) · Vision – 100% covered by Läderach.
· Life – Läderach covers up to $25K of Life Insurance (option to go up to $150K · Coaching and training · Employee Assistance Program · Additional discounts and perks! COMPANY SUMMARY Läderach - chocolatier Suisse is a premium manufacturer of finest handcrafted Swiss chocolate.
The family-owned company was founded in Ennenda (Switzerland) in 1962 by a Swiss Chocolatier, Rudolph Läderach.
Now in third generation, Läderach chocolate is today the reference for premium fresh chocolate and among the most famous chocolate brands in Switzerland and internationally.
We are very proud that Elias Läderach won the World Chocolate Masters 2018.
Läderach Chocolatier Suisse has been dedicated with passion to manufacturing chocolate which brings pure delight to customers and exceeds their expectations of top-quality chocolate.
Läderach chocolatier Suisse has distribution in more than fifty countries across the globe.
Customers can experience Läderach chocolate at branded shops in more than ten countries.
Läderach - “the chocolate family” stands not only for finest premium products but also for a family-minded social responsibility.
We strive to foster ecological thinking and empower cocoa farmers and all people involved and to treat them with fairness and respect.
Members of the company regularly visit the cocoa plants and farmers, who produce the finest luxury cocoa and know them by name.
They are all part of the chocolate family.
Läderach is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce.
All openings are filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.
Läderach’ s success and momentum to expand is only possible through the passionate drive of our diverse 1,300 employees, who come from more than 50 countries and represent various backgrounds, religious beliefs, and lifestyles.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $100,000.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Experience: * Business development: 5 years (Required) * Project management: 5 years (Required) Work Location: In person