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HNM Systems is the leading tech-enabled professional services provider, shaping the workforce across the telecom, energy, and technology sectors. We connect top specialized talent with direct hire, contract-to-hire, and consulting opportunities that drive fiber expansion, digital infrastructure, wireless networks, and smart grid energy solutions. Our innovative approach delivers high-impact workforce development and consulting outcomes, with a 94% success rate in talent placement and project execution.

Relentlessly people-driven, HNM Systems sets the industry standard through an unwavering commitment to exceptional employee experience—establishing a trusted “home base” for our consultants and long-term value for our clients.

We are partnered with Verita, private equity-backed, international engineering and construction services company operating in both Europe and the USA in the telecommunications and energy sectors. In the US they serve their strategic customers nationwide from operations centers distributed throughout the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast. Verita has built a strong track record of consistently delivering high-quality projects, addressing complex technical challenges, and upholding the highest safety and quality standards.

Role Overview:

The Corporate Development Manager oversees the end-to-end acquisition process for Verita's Group in the United States. This role focuses on identifying and evaluating acquisition opportunities, conducting rigorous financial and strategic analysis, and leading transactions from initial screening through closing and integration planning.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in the investment community—such as investment banking, private equity, or transaction advisory (Big 4 preferred)—with demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and investment committee preparation. This individual partners closely with executive leadership and the private equity sponsor to ensure acquisitions are strategically aligned, financially sound, and executable. We may also consider candidates in Plymouth, MI (relocation costs negotiable).

Core Responsibilities

1. Target Identification & Pipeline Development

• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and competitive M&A activity in the energy and telecom infrastructure space.
• Develop and maintain a prioritized acquisition pipeline aligned to platform strategy (geography, service lines, revenue size, margin profile).
• Conduct industry mapping and competitive landscape analysis.
• Perform preliminary financial and strategic screening of targets.
• Develop LOI

2. Financial Modeling & Valuation

• Build detailed three-statement financial models for standalone targets and combined pro forma entities
• Determine and apply appropriate valuation methodologies (EBITDA multiples, revenue multiples, precedent transactions, DCF as applicable).
• Develop synergy forecasts (cost and revenue) and integration assumptions.
• Perform return analyses (IRR, MOIC, accretion/dilution).

3. Investment Committee Preparation

• Prepare executive- and board-level materials outlining:
• Strategic rationale
• Historical and projected financial performance
• Risk assessment
• Valuation and transaction structure
• Integration roadmap
• Present findings to senior leadership and private equity sponsor.

4. Due Diligence & Transaction Management

• Lead financial and operational diligence processes.
• Prepare LOI and support in preparation of SPA and other legal documents.
• Coordinate third-party advisors (accounting, legal, tax, insurance, QoE providers).
• -Collaborate with internal stakeholders (finance, legal, operations, technical) and external advisors.
• Manage diligence trackers, data rooms, and transaction timelines.
• Identify transaction risks and recommend mitigation strategies.

5. Post-Close Integration Modeling & Performance Tracking

• Translate underwriting assumptions into measurable post-close KPIs.
• Track synergy realization and performance relative to pro forma forecasts.
• Support executive team in reporting performance to the private equity sponsor.

Candidate Profile

Experience

• 5 years in Investment Banking, Private Equity, Corporate Development, Transaction Advisory or top tier strategy consultancy.
• Strong background in building and owning financial models independently.
• Experience preparing investment or credit committee materials.
• Knowledge of the energy or telecom infrastructure markets in US preferred.

Technical Competencies

• Advanced financial modeling (3-statement, LBO, pro forma consolidations).
• Deep understanding of valuation frameworks and capital structures.
• Ability to assess operational drivers relevant to construction businesses (backlog, project margins, labor productivity, bonding capacity).
• Familiarity with quality of earnings analysis and structured diligence processes.

Personal Attributes

• Analytical and detail-oriented.
• Organized, self-driven and capable of managing multiple concurrent workstreams.
• Effective communicator with the ability to translate financial analysis into strategic insights.
• Comfortable working directly with executive leadership and private equity sponsors

Why join the team

• Play a central role in building a scaled U.S. telecom and energy infrastructure platform backed by a global industry leader and private equity sponsor.
• Lead acquisitions in high-growth sectors including Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH), hyperscale data center infrastructure, and grid modernization.
• Shape the expansion strategy of a newly formed U.S. platform following a landmark cross-border acquisition.
• Gain direct exposure to C-suite leadership and investors while driving transactions that materially impact enterprise value.
• Join at a pivotal inflection point where consolidation, capital deployment, and infrastructure investment are accelerating nationwide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position. This job description is subject to revision, and it may be updated to reflect changes in the role or organization.

HNM Systems utilizes legally permissible drug and background checks as part of our screening process. Essential requirements of the position include eligibility to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship now or in the future.

It is the policy of HNM Systems, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information and/or marital status. HNM Systems, Inc is compliant with the Fair Chance Ordinance as applicable and will consider all qualified applications for employment.

Senior Fragrance Development Manager

Location: Princeton, NJ, US

As a Senior Fragrance Development Manager, you’ll play a key role in creating standout fragrances that inspire our clients. Bringing a growth mindset, strong leadership, and expertise in Air/Home Care evaluation, you’ll collaborate closely with our perfumers to shape compelling olfactive visions and forward‑thinking development strategies. In this dynamic role, you’ll anticipate business needs, spark innovation, and help drive shared success across every project.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Win/Defend business profitably by leading pro-active and reactive fragrance development projects of major size & strategic importance and by developing olfactive vision for the brand at regional & global levels.
• Partner, guide and support perfumers by bringing them consumer trends and data, cross-category information, client white space opportunities, creative idea inspirations, and collection starting points.
• Collaborate with Perfumers, Technical Development Teams, Marketing, Consumer Insights and Commercial teams to deliver beneficial solutions for our clients.
• Incorporate and leverage maximum use of internal tools to practice informed creation, such as Consumer Insights and Technical Innovation tools.
• Lead & coordinate global fragrance development network for your account by bringing vision, strategy and focus and communicating efficiently internally and externally.
• Define, drive, and implement relevant action plans mobilizing regional FDMs, perfumers and any other relevant functions.
• Work with Consumer Insights to ensure a testing plan is in place and executed to identify winning candidates, integrating learnings into development process.
• Support sales effort, interacting with clients on weekly basis, at any level of management, building strategic working relationships, delivering impactful presentations to clients and acting as an olfactive advisor when required. Poss

We offer

• Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do
• A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next
• Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
• A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
• A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

You bring

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in fragrance development
• Track record in Air/Home Care
• Winning team spirit and strategic thinking
• Consumer Insight experience
• Fluent in English

The salary scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Salary $128,700 - $150,000.

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

DEI and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.

Business Development Director - On Site Columbus, GA

Position Information

Position: Business Development Director

Department: Licensing

Reports To: SVP, Licensing & Retail

Position Summary

The Business Development Director is responsible for driving revenue growth, expanding distribution, and developing strategic partnerships that strengthen the Realtree brand. This role focuses on identifying new licensing opportunities, growing existing accounts, and aligning licensees and retail partners with the company’s long‑term brand and revenue strategy.

The position works closely with Licensing, Marketing, Retail, Pattern Development, and Product teams to ensure coordinated execution of category expansion, brand integrity, and strategic growth initiatives.

Core Responsibilities

Revenue Growth & Account Development

• Drive revenue growth through expansion of existing licensing partners and development of new strategic accounts.
• Identify and pursue new licensing opportunities across targeted product categories and market segments.
• Develop and execute strategic growth plans that increase brand presence and category performance.
• Maintain accurate sales forecasts and revenue projections tied to licensing agreements and partnerships.

Distribution & Market Expansion

• Expand distribution channels through partnerships with retailers, manufacturers, and licensees.
• Identify market gaps and 'white space' opportunities for the Realtree brand.
• Develop initiatives that increase retail placement and strengthen category presence.

Strategic Partnerships

• Build and maintain strong relationships with licensees, retailers, and strategic partners.
• Serve as a key point of contact for major accounts and growth partners.
• Collaborate with partners to maximize category performance and brand exposure.

Brand & Category Leadership

• Support category development strategies aligned with company growth initiatives.
• Ensure licensing partners maintain brand standards and product quality.
• Leverage the strength of the Realtree brand to create new opportunities and partnerships.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Annual licensing revenue growth within assigned categories and accounts.
• Contribution to overall company licensing revenue targets.
• Growth of existing partner royalty revenue.
• Number of new licensing agreements secured annually.
• Expansion of retail distribution and product placement.
• Strength and growth of key licensing partnerships.

Annual Performance Expectations

• 10-15 new licensing partnerships per year.
• 8–15% revenue growth within assigned categories.
• Expansion of retail distribution with key partners.
• Launch of 1–2 new product categories annually.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong sales strategy and relationship‑building skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Ability to operate effectively in a team‑driven environment.

Education

Associate degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.

Experience

Minimum 5 years of experience in sales, licensing, brand partnerships, or business development.

Experience in the outdoor, sporting goods, apparel, or licensing industry preferred.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with PC and Windows operating systems.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and sales reporting tools preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to travel for partner meetings, trade shows, and account development.
• Strong commitment to teamwork, brand integrity, and company growth.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Jordan Outdoor Enterprises, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description describes the general nature of the role and may not include all duties.

Agrana Fruit seeks to hire a New Product Lead Developer to join our Food Preparations team in Brecksville, OH!

AGRANA Fruit is the global leader in delivering healthy and delicious fruit solutions in one of the fastest growing segments in the food industry. We partner with our customers to develop innovative products across multiple categories including refrigerated & frozen dairy, bakery and food service. Our team of experts are passionate about the wonderful world of food and meeting the needs of consumers around the world.

The role of Lead Developer is to drive technical solutions for key customer accounts through hands-on product development and through managing others. This role will handle projects with the highest complexity and act as the main customer contact for new product development within their respective accounts

New Product Development Lead Developer Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all development and innovations for specific customer accounts. Manage customer requests, project status tracking, required research, formula development, sample submissions, internal and external documentation, product scale-up, and post-launch review.
• Prioritize all experimental and analytical test requests within the broader NPD team in coordination with peers.
• Manage base business requests for documentation in relation to raw material and finished product data specification.
• Perform application and shelf-life testing of products to ensure product performance.
• Research new ingredients and technologies in order to gain competitive advantage or transformation savings; contribute to pipeline development.
• Reporting of Product Development activities to Sr. Director NPD.
• Manage 2-3 Product Development team members which includes performance, project assignment, technical coaching and training.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects and/or projects with multiple work streams that require input from cross-functional stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Agrana and key customer stakeholders. Consult with stakeholders on their current operations, suggest improvements, and collaborate on change management.

New Product Developer Fundamental Requirements:

Education / Training:

• BS in Food Science, Food Technology or relevant STEM degree

Know-how / Professional Experience:

• 8-10 years’ progressive experience in a R&D or Product Development role.
• Prior supervisory experience is a plus
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid foundation in analytical techniques for food and beverage applications.
• Knowledge of stabilizer systems, colors, flavors, and other food ingredients.
• Must be willing to taste products with dairy, sugar, gluten, and other common allergens.
• Knowledge of PLM systems, MS Windows, MS Office, etc. SAP Experience a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment.

If interested, apply online at or e-mail your resume to

Business Development Manager - On Site

Position Information

Position: Business Development Manager

Department: Licensing

Reports To: SVP, Licensing & Retail

Position Summary

The Business Development Manager supports the growth of the Realtree licensing business through strategic account development, relationship management, and category research. This role focuses on supporting existing licensees while identifying new business opportunities that align with the company’s brand strategy and go-to-market initiatives.

The position requires a strong understanding of the company’s licensing structure, partner ecosystem, and product category strategies. The Business Development Manager works closely with the Business Development team, Licensing Administration, Marketing, and other internal departments to support coordinated growth initiatives and partner success.

Core Responsibilities

Revenue Growth & Account Support

• Support revenue growth through sales initiatives with existing licensees and new account development.
• Assist in identifying new licensing opportunities across product categories and retail channels.
• Support strategic growth initiatives developed by the Business Development leadership team.
• Maintain strong communication and follow-up with partner accounts.

Market Research & Opportunity Development

• Identify and research 'white space' opportunities for the Realtree brand across new categories and partners.
• Develop research summaries on potential partners, category opportunities, and market trends.
• Present findings and recommendations to the Business Development team to support strategic decision making.

Strategic Partnerships

• Build and maintain relationships with licensees, retailers, and potential partners.
• Assist in onboarding new partners and supporting existing licensees.
• Communicate regularly with partners through phone, email, meetings, and company updates.

Brand & Market Alignment

• Understand the company’s licensing model, go-to-market strategy, and category priorities.
• Support the development of sales and marketing initiatives that maximize the value of the Realtree brand.
• Ensure partners understand brand positioning and licensing expectations.

Cross‑Department Collaboration

• Licensing Administration: Assist with partner onboarding, licensing documentation, and account support.
• Marketing: Coordinate with marketing initiatives and brand campaigns supporting licensee product launches.
• Pattern Development & Quality Control: Ensure proper pattern usage and brand consistency.
• Retail & Sales Teams: Share insights on retail opportunities and partner distribution strategies.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Growth of assigned partner accounts.
• Identification of new licensing opportunities.
• Contribution to category expansion initiatives.
• Quality and effectiveness of partner communication.
• Successful support of new partner onboarding.
• Contribution to overall licensing revenue growth.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organizational and research abilities.
• Ability to analyze opportunities and present findings clearly.
• Strong team collaboration and support mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and projects simultaneously.

Education

Associate degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.

Experience

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in sales, licensing, business development, or account management.

Experience in the outdoor, sporting goods, apparel, or licensing industry preferred.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with PC and Windows operating systems.
• Familiarity with CRM tools and sales reporting systems preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to travel when needed for partner meetings or industry events.
• Strong commitment to teamwork, communication, and company growth.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Jordan Outdoor Enterprises, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description describes the general nature of the role and may not include all duties or responsibilities.

ABOUT JEREMIAH PROGRAM

Jeremiah Program (JP) is a nonprofit organization helping single mothers invest in themselves so they can thrive and take steps towards economic mobility by partnering with them to access higher education, affordable childcare, housing, skills training and career development. JP envisions a world where poverty is no longer feminized; where race is not divorced from gender; where career and financial opportunities are not gentrified; and where women who experience poverty not only hold a seat at the table but hold the mic and curate the agenda.

Jeremiah Program offers one of the nation’s most successful strategies for disrupting poverty, two generations at a time. At JP, we believe that no mother should have to make the untenable choice between investing in herself or supporting her children. Our holistic approach invites single mothers into the leadership tent and encourages families to bring all of their identities to bear in achieving their goals in pursuit of economic mobility.

Founded in 1993, this year JP is supporting over 2,000 moms and kids across nine residential and non-residential campuses: Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Brooklyn, Fargo, Las Vegas, Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Rochester.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Development Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the campus Annual Fund and fundraising efforts. They are an invaluable member of the development team shepherding the work related to special events and development volunteers while reflecting the Jeremiah Program (JP) mission, and encompassing the values, vision, and purpose of the program. This is a full time on-site position and reports to the Director of Development.

The ideal applicant will possess a deep commitment to and understanding of current education, early childhood, housing, and all social justice issues intersecting with poverty. They should have prior experience working within a structured and effective development department and bring an entrepreneurial approach both to their career path and development work.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Community Outreach & Partnerships

• In collaboration with the Development and Campus Support team, build presence and engagement of JP within the community by assisting with the following:Identify partners and opportunities that align to JP’s mission and brand
• Represent JP at community events
• Plan and coordinate logistics for outreach presentations that will engage stakeholders and partners
• Provide Community Tours
• Attend key networking and professional meetings
• Coordinate communication, social media and online presence with JP’s Campus Support Team and Marketing and Communications team to build visibility within the community.
• Assist with planning and implementation of JP events that engage local donors and volunteers and raise JP’s visibility in the local community.
• Develop creative ways to engage donors, volunteers and community through virtual platforms.

Volunteer Engagement

• Work in collaboration with the Family Services team to ensure seamless enlistment of all volunteers
• Train and report fundraising volunteer engagement in partnership with Campus Support Team
• Create a thriving experience for community volunteers that increases volunteer engagement and encourages participation, raising JP’s visibility and contributing financially to the organization.
• Collaborate with Family Services to plan formal and informal recognition activities to recognize the contributions of volunteers to the campus.
• Leverage volunteers and interns to increase organizational capacity within Rochester Development

In-Kind Donation Solicitation

• Build alliances with key community constituencies (corporate, education, civic) to develop on-going, effective and efficient in-kind and volunteer streams.
• Collaborate with the enterprise-wide data systems coordinator to help coordinate reports and constituent information needed for direct mail, donor records, constituent giving analysis, and other related projects as needed.
• Participate in the identification, cultivation, and stewardship of potential donors from various constituent groups, internal and external.
• Coordinate production of mailings and appeals (both electronic and print) in collaboration with the Campus Support Team and Marketing and Communications team.

General Development Support

• Support planning and implementation of organization’s signature fundraising event (gala) alongside external consultants/event management.
• Assist in the planning and execution of donor cultivation, recognition, and engagement events and serve as liaison for third party fundraising events.
• Collaborate with Development and Campus Support Team members on the integration of Raiser’s Edge in initiatives and strategies.
• Maintain donor records in Raisers Edge (RE).
• Participate in Development events and Development team meetings, seminars and workshops.
• Partner with operations manager and program leaders to fulfill specific parent and student needs.
• Collaborate with the Development Director on the planning and implementation of key initiatives of the Annual Fund.

Communication

• Coordinate development-related communication with Campus Support Team, Marketing and Communications team, and external communication consultants.
• Maintain campus communications/appeal calendar.
• Ensure up-to-date information about community services and resources is available, working closely with Campus Support Team and Marketing and Communications team on local social media and other relevant digital content.

Other Duties as Assigned: This job description provides a comprehensive overview of the role's responsibilities, but it's important to note that duties, responsibilities, and activities may evolve with or without prior notice.

Requirements

• A BA/BS degree in relevant field is strongly preferred
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in development, fundraising - ideally with the Annual Fund - or related field is required
• Experience in database management, with a preference for Salesforce and/or Raiser’s Edge
• Experience with social media content and creation
• Strong interpersonal, organization and communication skills
• Able to work across departments and contribute as a strong team player in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to meet financial goals
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively
• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and work with minimal supervision
• Passion for the Jeremiah Program mission and values

SALARY & BENEFITS

Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $45,000 to $53,000 and are commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. Additionally, we offer medical, dental, vision, and supplemental benefits as well as retirement plans and a generous vacation package.

Summary

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Director of Data Center Development.

Dallas or North Virginia.

A leading mission‑critical developer is seeking a Director of Data Center Development to drive end‑to‑end delivery of large‑scale data center projects.

Role Highlights

• Lead full development lifecycle: site selection, entitlements, permitting, utilities, and execution

• Manage multiple projects, coordinating internal teams and external partners

• Shape market strategy, grow the development pipeline, and support due diligence

• Oversee budgets, schedules, financial models, and risk analysis

• Represent the company with clients, utilities, agencies, and stakeholders

What You Bring

• 8+ years in real estate/infrastructure development; data center experience preferred

• Expertise in zoning, land use, interconnection, environmental permitting

• Strong financial modeling, project leadership, and communication skills

• Ability to travel periodically

A great opportunity for a strategic development leader to influence major mission‑critical growth.

The R&D Technologist will play a key role in advancing innovation within a high-volume food manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for supporting research initiatives, developing new product formulations, and improving existing products to enhance quality, efficiency, and cost performance.

Working closely with cross-functional teams, this role supports the full product lifecycle—from early-stage concept development through plant trials and commercial launch. The ideal candidate is technically curious, highly organized, and comfortable operating in both laboratory and production settings.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Product Development & Commercialization- Developing new food products and product line extensions from concept through commercial production
• Translating bench-scale formulas into scalable production processes
• Conducting plant trials and manufacturing validations to ensure product performance and consistency
• Utilize internal formulation systems to create, update, and maintain product specifications
• Research, Testing & Evaluation- Executing pilot plant trials and prototype testing to validate product concepts
• Analyze data and document results from formulation experiments and processing trials
• Organize internal product evaluations and sensory reviews to support development decisions
• Provide project updates and technical findings to internal stakeholders
• Cross-Functional Collaboration- Partnering with teams across operations, quality, engineering, marketing, and supply chain to support successful product launches
• Regulatory & Technical Documentation- Maintaining detailed records including formulas, project documentation, product specifications, and testing results

Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, Animal Science, or related scientific discipline
• 2+ years of experience supporting product development within a food manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of ingredient functionality and food formulation principles
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet development timelines
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills
• (Preferred)Master’s degree in Food Science or related scientific field
• Knowledge of regulatory and food safety standards including USDA or FDA guidelines

Head of Business Development (HoBD)

Job Description

We are seeking a forward-thinking and strategic leader for the position of Head of Business Development (HoBD). This critical role is responsible for driving strategic growth, shaping product‑aligned market opportunities, and providing oversight across partnerships, commercialization initiatives, and cross‑functional execution. The Head of Business Development ensures that business development strategies are tightly integrated with product vision, customer needs, and enterprise‑level goals.

To ensure product alignment, the HoBD oversees the Product Management team. The role reports to the General Manager and is an integral part of the go‑to‑market team.

If you're motivated by high‑impact strategy work and excited by the opportunity to shape product‑market direction within an international organization, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities and Duties

Strategic Leadership & Oversight

• Define, implement, and oversee the company’s business development strategy aligned with product roadmaps and long-term corporate objectives.
• Act as the commercial product leader: translate customer needs and market trends into prioritized product opportunities and go-to-market strategies.
• Lead customer discovery and market research initiatives to validate product-market fit, define personas, and shape feature prioritization.
• Establish governance processes to monitor performance, partnership health, and product market success.
• Design pricing, packaging requirements, and monetization strategies that optimize conversion and lifetime value. Run experiments and iterate commercial models.
• Build and scale a high-performing BD team: hire, mentor, set goals, and manage performance. Establish KPI’s, processes for pipeline predictability.
• Develop GTM plays for new products and major feature launches – coordinate Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success to ensure coordinated launches and measurable outcomes.
• Measure and report performance: revenue, conversion, adoption, churn, partner contribution, and feature adaptation. Use data to optimize strategy.
• Act as a senior leader and cross-functional influencer: present business cases to the executive team and advise on M&A or strategic investments when appropriate.
• Provide strategic oversight to cross functional initiatives, ensuring alignment across Product, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Executive Leadership.
• Directs companies Business Analytic Team, establishing priorities.
• Conduit to R&D team at HQ.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with the Business Development team at HQ in Austria.
• Serve as an input provider and sparring partner for strategic and regional product management.
• Participate in the international Business Development collaboration network.
• Maintain strong communication across time zones and cultures.
• Inspire and align multiple stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives.
• Travel regularly, including onboarding and key meetings in Austria.

Education / Experience

• 10+ years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or product strategy within a product‑centric or technology‑driven environment.
• Proven track record overseeing cross‑functional initiatives, strategic partnerships, or product commercialization programs.
• Hands-on product management experience (roadmap, prioritization, discovery, requirements or GTM – able to speak both commercial and product languages).
• Strong analytic skills – experience with KPI’s, unit economics, pricing experiments, and data-driven decision making. Comfortable with analytics tools (e.g., SQL, product analytics, CRM).
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills: experience working with leadership‑level partners/customers.
• Demonstrate the ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives across Product engineering, Sales, and Marketing.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science or related field; MBA or equivalent experience a plus.
• Industry experience a plus.

Job Knowledge

• Strategic vision with strong operational oversight
• Product and customer empathy
• Market and competitive intelligence
• Governance and performance management
• Partnership and ecosystem development
• Commercial and financial acumen
• Cross‑functional leadership and influence
• High‑impact executive communication

Success Indicators

• Strong alignment between local, regional, and global company initiatives.
• Relationship building and influence.
• Leadership and Team Development
• Innovation and strategic Contribution.
• A high-performing and engaged team.
• Customer-Centric Mindset.

Benefits

Blum USA believes in offering their employees an excellent benefits package that includes:

• Salaried position
• Possible bonus opportunities
• Health (Medical and Dental)
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Flexible Spending plans to cover eligible out of pocket health, dental and vision expenses
• Competitive PTO package
• Term life insurance equal to annual salary at no cost to employee

Company Overview

For more than 60 years Blum has been manufacturing superior quality hinge systems, drawer runners, and lift systems that create emotion and enhance user convenience in the kitchen. With every product, we strive to develop solutions to ensure that cabinet doors and drawers open with ease, close softly and effortlessly, and make workflow and everyday kitchen use easier.

Over the decades our product range has grown and so has the company. Today, Blum has eight production plants in Austria, and manufacturing sites in Brazil, Poland and the United States. Approximately 9000 Blum employees all over the world concentrate on the vision of “perfecting motion” to satisfy the specific requirements of the end user, whether it is in the kitchen or in another living area of the home. This prerequisite is the source of all our product development and innovation

Job Description:

Job Title: Automotive Training and Development Consultant

Duration: 06 Months

Location: Dallas, Tx

This position is responsible for analysis, research, development and delivery of manufacturing processes and technical launch training with on-site support to OEM vehicle assembly plants in the US, Canada and Mexico.

Roles and responsibilities include:

• Provide on-site training and support at each of the OEM vehicle assembly plants

• Instruct and consult plant process and repair personnel to improve their understanding of the vehicle and its highly intricate and interconnected systems and subsystems

• Present and demonstrate efficient and effective methods of diagnosing and correcting vehicle assembly, vehicle electrical systems and sub-system deficiencies

• Conduct root cause analysis to accurately identify the cause(s) of assembly and vehicle deficiencies

• Act as the training liaison between product/manufacturing engineering and general assembly by creating, designing and developing training materials related to vehicle assembly process, electrical harness manufacture, vehicle electrical system architectures and schematics

• Communicate and share lessons learned, developed training materials and information gathered in support of one plant project with remaining plants on a timely basis

• Analyze and identify future training needs for each of the OEM vehicle assembly plants

• Support and participate in plant launch meetings and provide training reports to Raytheon management, the OEM management and OEM launch teams

• Interface with engineering, component suppliers and vendors to validate and develop training materials for the manufacturing process, vehicle and vehicle electrical sub-systems prior to the Start of Regular Production (SORP)

• Research and compile manufacturing processes and technical information to be included in training course materials, such as, but not limited to engineering schematics, work in process service information, engineering documents, engineering math data and manufacturing reports

Required Skills:

• Minimum four years of experience as an automotive instructional designer, training developer, automotive instructor and/or manufacturing instructor

• Demonstrated knowledge of automotive systems from an advanced diagnostics perspective

• Demonstrated knowledge of OEM manufacturing tracking and reporting systems

• Demonstrated knowledge of OEM manufacturing dynamic vehicle testing systems

• Ability to develop professional training materials using pre-launch documents

• Ability to read and interpret a digital multimeter, OEM diagnostic scan tool and other automotive related diagnostic test equipment

• Ability to effectively conduct one-on-one and group presentations Ability to interpret early engineering level electrical schematic diagrams

• Ability to read OEM supplier electrical harness prints

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office

• Extensive travel flexibility. Upward of 75% travel, depending upon launch

• Ability to work independently without supervision

• ASE certifications

• Demonstrated presentation skills delivering process and technical training

• Automotive technical assistance center experience

Required Education:

• Associate's degree or Certificate in Automotive Technology, engineering or other related discipline

• High school diploma with eight years of experience as an automotive instructional designer, training developer, automotive instructor and/or manufacturing instructor may be considered in lieu of an associate’s degree

Work Environment:

• Work is performed in both classroom and plant settings. Working in plant areas may involve exposure to various automotive fumes, fluids, noise, smells, sharp edges and bump hazards that require continuous use of personal protective equipment, i.e., safety glasses, gloves, and head protection

• Classroom work may involve standing, sitting, walking, occasional lifting (overhead, waist level) from floor, bending, frequent near vision use for reading and computer use

• Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, communicate, reach, and manipulate objects

• Duties may involve moving materials weighing up to 35 pounds on a regular basis such as automotive components and equipment, as well as papers, files, boxes, computers, etc. Less frequent requirements for moving materials weighing over 35 pounds do exist with the assistance of lifting and moving equipment, i.e., hoists and lift tables

• Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 70% of the work period while working in the plant areas as well as operating equipment such as computer keyboard, monitor, projector, calculator, printer, and standard office equipment