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Center For High Impact Weather Studies Business Development Manager in Denver, Colorado
The Business Development Manager is responsible for identifying new opportunities, building strategic relationships, and supporting organizational growth. This role requires strong communication skills, structured thinking, and the ability to manage long-cycle opportunities with professionalism and consistency.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, evaluate, and pursue new business opportunities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with partners, stakeholders, and prospects
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to support strategic decisions
- Develop outreach strategies and manage pipelines using CRM tools
- Prepare proposals, presentations, and supporting documentation
- Collaborate with leadership to align BD activities with organizational goals
- Track metrics, report progress, and recommend improvements
- Represent the organization professionally in meetings, calls, and presentations
- Support cross-functional coordination with operations, finance, and leadership teams
Required Qualifications
- 2--4 years of experience in business development, partnerships, sales, or related roles
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to manage multiple opportunities and deadlines
- Experience with CRM systems and structured outreach workflows
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Professional, reliable, and detail-oriented work style