Business Development Manager

The Business Development Manager (BDM) is crucial for growth at Kafene, identifying, signing, and onboarding new retail partners. This role involves building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders to expand Kafene’s presence in industries like furniture and appliances. A strategic thinker with a hunter mentality is needed to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment. The BDM will identify and target prospective retail partners, conduct outbound sales activities, and present Kafene’s value proposition. They will develop a business development plan to meet sales targets, collaborate with internal teams, and monitor market trends. Partnering with account management and marketing teams is also essential. Candidates should have 5+ years in business development or sales, preferably in fintech or retail, with a proven track record of meeting sales targets. Strong communication, negotiation, and CRM skills are required. Kafene offers a competitive base salary, commission structure, healthcare benefits, a 401k plan, and flexible paid time off.