Director, Business Development - Defense Segment

Key ResponsibilitiesMarket Development & Sales StrategyIdentify and secure high-value business opportunities across relevant marketsLead the development and execution of strategic sales plans aligned with corporate objectivesPerform advanced market and competitive analyses to guide positioning and differentiationMonitor industry dynamics to inform evolving sales approachesCustomer Relationship & Account LeadershipAct as a primary relationship leader with key customers and industry partnersCollaborate across teams to deliver customized proposals and presentationsEnsure consistent customer satisfaction and drive high retention through proactive engagementPerformance Optimization & Team LeadershipLead cross-functional collaboration across Product, Marketing, Engineering, and Program ManagementMentor and develop sales professionals to elevate performance and succession planningEstablish and report KPIs, identify performance trends, and present insights to senior leadershipKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)Revenue & Growth: Revenue from new business, sales target attainment, conversion ratesCustomer Experience: Satisfaction scores, retention metricsSales Efficiency: Deal cycle length, close rateTeam Development: Training, promotion pipeline, employee productivityCore CompetenciesStrategic Communication and Executive PresenceHigh-level Negotiation and Contracting SkillsAdvanced Market Insight and Business AcumenRelationship Management and Influence BuildingComplex Problem Solving and Decision MakingIndustry and Product ExpertiseCross-Functional Leadership