Vice President of Business Development

Position Overview

The Vice President of Business Development holds accountability for the strategic direction and operational control over the company's business growth initiatives. This includes spearheading the expansion into new markets, acquiring clients, establishing distribution channels, nurturing partnerships, and promoting international growth to strengthen the company's global presence in the jewelry sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement medium- and long-range business development strategies to enhance market positioning and growth trajectories.
• Drive expansion efforts both within domestic borders and across international markets for sustainable development.
• Design and execute B2B and B2C growth plans; secure and maintain relationships with clients and strategic partners.
• Broaden wholesale, retail, and international client networks while fostering growth in online and offline channels.
• Build enduring client partnerships by managing project requirements and ensuring high client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, product, and operations teams to align business development objectives with organizational strategies and optimize process efficiency.
• Perform market analysis and business performance evaluations to develop growth strategies, enhance conversion rates, and bolster profitability.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to business activities and maintain adherence to relevant legal and industry regulations to ensure stable growth.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 20 to 25 years of experience in business development or relevant sectors.
• Over 8 years in senior leadership roles at or above Director level.
• Preferred background includes knowledge of jewelry, luxury goods, retail, or consumer products industries.
• Experience with international markets and cross-border business development is advantageous.
• Exemplary strategic thinking, leadership, communication, negotiation, coordination, and execution abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration and executive benefits package.
• Long-term career advancement and leadership development prospects.
• Opportunity to join the core executive team of a dynamic global jewelry company and help shape its worldwide business strategy.