VP of Business Development Job in Arlington, Virginia US
Leonie, an international, woman-owned strategic communications company specializing in reaching target audiences in challenging locations with global media solutions including region-specific research and planning, worldwide media production and distribution, digital media and creative services, and cultural advisory services is looking for a qualified VP of Business Development.
Job Description:
The VP of Business Development is responsible for market analysis (IO, StratCom, Media, Intel, Research), strategic planning and positioning to include market/customer diversification/expansion, opportunity pipeline development, pipeline maintenance system development, customer relationship development, management and mentoring of business development staff, opportunity-specific capture management, proposal development and management, and marketing support plans and activities across Federal (primarily DoD), Commercial and International Clients.
Requirements:
· 10+ years experience in a Senior BD role at a US Government contracting company
· Preferred strategic experience helping to grow a company from the $50M to $500M level
· Experienced hands-on, savvy executive who is analytical, knowledgeable, and confident in their abilities, establishing immediate credibility
· Superb interpersonal and time management skills. Must able to generate trust and build alliances with the organization and with external vendors and customers
· Creative individual who regularly seeks innovative solutions to complex business/technical issues
· Skilled communicator with excellent oral and written communication skills as well as outstanding presentation skills
· Proven track record of success in market assessment, target identification, capture management (qualifying opportunities) and closing deals (sales goal obtainment)
· Extensive experience understanding the activities of the entire federal government capture, proposal and federal contracting process, from pre-RFP through customer debriefs
· Highly self-motivated, experienced coach, leading diverse technical teams with a flexible, reliable, strong work ethic in pursuit of new business opportunities
· Certified proposal training from Shipley Associates or another professional organization
· Ability to travel 30% of the time, to include international locations
· Strong proficiency with MS Office
· Connections within CENTOM/SOCOM/SOUTHCOM highly desirable
Education Requirement:
· BA/BS degree
Clearance Requirement:
· Minimum Secret Level clearance
Location:
· Arlington, VA
Leonieoffers you the opportunity to join an innovative, well respected organization and collaborate with industry experts and exceptional individuals. We provide a competitive compensation and a generous benefits package.
To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply online via our website at http://www.leoniegroup.com/careers . Please provide a cover letter outlining your experience and salary expectations as you create your Leonie profile.
Leonie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V
