Director of Business Development - Defense

Blue Yonder Defense Solutions is seeking a Director of Business Development to drive revenue growth and expand the organization's footprint within assigned DoD/DoW organizations. This individual contributor role focuses on identifying, developing, and closing opportunities by translating industry-leading Commercial-off-the-Shelf (COTS) technology to solve complex defense supply chain needs. Key objectives include building customer awareness, positioning BYDS capabilities, and developing a qualified pipeline to achieve bookings and revenue.

Must Have

• Drive revenue growth and expand the organization's footprint within assigned organizations and/or areas of focus.
• Identify, qualify, and capture opportunities aligned with the company’s capabilities and strategic goals.
• Develop and execute an effective business development strategy targeting assigned organizations/focus areas.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including federal contracting officers, program managers, and industry partners.
• Lead the capture process for opportunities, including developing capture strategies, win themes, and pricing approaches.
• Conduct market research to stay informed of relevant trends, upcoming procurements, and competitor activities.
• Ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFAR) and other regulatory requirements.
• Partner with technical teams, program managers, and subject matter experts to align proposals with customer needs.
• Actively participate in related Industry Associations and Groups for networking and early awareness of business opportunities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in federal business development in assigned areas.
• Demonstrated success in developing and closing opportunities.
• Familiarity with DoD procurement cycles and contract vehicles.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
• Expertise in Department of Defense/War, supply chain technology software, and storytelling.
• Knowledge of supply chain planning, logistics, and execution systems.

Good to Have

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Active DoD security clearance preferred.

Perks & Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401K with Matching
• Flexible Time Off
• Corporate Fitness Program
• Legal Plans
• Accident and Hospital Indemnity
• Pet Insurance

Overview

Blue Yonder Defense Solutions, is the leader in supply chain autonomous planning, control towers, and Commercial-off-the-Shelf (COTS) technology to power a defense supply chain. BYDS is looking for multiple Business Development and Sales executives to help translate industry leading Commercial-off-the-Shelf (COTS) technology to solve the complex needs of our Department of War clients.

Each role is an individual contributor as part of a larger team, and will be focused on identifying, developing and closing opportunities in assigned DoD/DoW organizations or solution areas. The key objectives for success are developing customer awareness, positioning BYDS capabilities in both emerging and known opportunities, building a qualified pipeline, and ultimately bookings and revenue.

Account management, tenacious attention to detail, and exemplary storytelling and presentation skills are necessary to nurture and grow our account base.

What You'll Do:

• Drive revenue growth and expand our organizations footprint within assigned organizations and/or areas of focus
• Identify, qualify, and capture opportunities aligned with the company’s capabilities and strategic goals
• Develop and execute an effective business development strategy targeting assigned organizations/focus areas
• Working with cross-functional stakeholders, identify contract vehicles and opportunities to maximize competitive positioning
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including federal contracting officers, program managers, and industry partners, to foster new opportunities
• Lead the capture process for opportunities in assigned areas, including developing capture strategies, win themes, and pricing approaches, and collaborate with internal teams to prepare compliant, high-quality RFI responses and proposals
• Conduct market research to stay informed of relevant trends, upcoming procurement's, and competitor activities, while analyzing federal budgets and contracting forecasts to identify key growth areas
• Ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFAR) and other regulatory requirements throughout the business development lifecycle, maintaining accurate records in the company’s CRM and reporting progress to leadership regularly
• Partner with technical teams, program managers, and subject matter experts to align proposals with customer needs and requirements, and develop and manage teaming agreements with subcontractors or prime contractors as necessary
• Actively participate in related Industry Associations and Groups for networking, expanding the awareness of One Network within the Defense community, and early awareness of business opportunities

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
• The trifecta of Department of Defense/War, supply chain technology software, and storytelling expertise.
• Demonstrated supply chain planning, logistics, and/or execution systems knowledge. Examples include: AI/ML-driven planning solutions, Collaboration/Control Towers, Disconnected/Contested Operations, and asset, maintenance, and master data management.
• Knowledge of existing systems in use and organization/key users and decision makers in one or more of the following areas: All Service Arms (especially US Army, US Navy, USMC), COCOMs/DLA, VA/DHA, Specific Supply Classes (e.g., Fuels, Munitions, Medical, etc.)
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in federal business development in assigned areas
• Demonstrated success in developing and closing opportunities
• Familiarity with DoD procurement cycles and contract vehicles
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (active clearance preferred)

The base salary range for this position is: $140,000-$160,000

The salary range information provided, reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual salary will be commensurate with skills, experience, certifications or licenses and other relevant factors. In addition, this role will be eligible to participate in either the annual performance bonus or commission program, determined by the nature of the position.

At Blue Yonder, we care about the wellbeing of our employees and those most important to them. This is reflected in our robust benefits package and options that includes:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401K with Matching
• Flexible Time Off
• Corporate Fitness Program
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as; Legal Plans, Accident and Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and much more

At Blue Yonder, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging in which everyone can share their unique voices and talents in a safe space. We continue to be guided by our core values and are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. We understand that your career search may look different than others, and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience.

Our Values

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.