Next In Natural

Next In Natural seeks Western and Eastern (2 positions) USA Business Development Team Leader

Posted 30+ days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Next In Natural

  • Job overview

    The Business Development Team Leader at Next In Natural leads business development efforts in the Eastern or Western USA, driving growth for multiple organic and natural food and beverage brands within the company.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves nurturing and building customer relationships, leading the Business Development, Broker, Merchandising, and Trade Marketing teams, and developing strategies to exceed sales targets through field visits and market expansion.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The salary ranges from $60,000 to $100,000 depending on experience, with performance-based bonuses, health and dental benefits, paid vacations, and opportunities for advancement.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates should have at least 2 years of business development experience, preferably in organic or natural retail sectors, leadership skills, multi-brand or brokerage experience, strong communication, analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and CRMs.

  • Career development

    The position offers excellent opportunities for career growth within a dynamic and growing organization focused on organic and natural food and beverage products.

  • Work environment and culture

    Next In Natural promotes a positive, team-oriented culture with a focus on integrity, communication, and passion for healthy food and drink, supporting an environment of learning and growth.

  • Company information

    Next In Natural is a boutique Venture Studio Co-op supporting emerging food and beverage companies, partnering with farmers and producers to market better-for-you organic products across the USA.

  • Team overview

    The candidate will join an award-winning, personable, and creative team led by the CEO, working closely with Business Development, Broker, Merchandising, and Trade Marketing teams.

  • Job location and travel

    The role is primarily field-based with an office in Brooklyn, New York, involving overnight travel 1-2 times per month across the USA.

  • Application process

    Applicants should email a cover letter and resume with the job title as the subject line to human.resources@nextinnatural.com.

  • Unique job features

    This role uniquely combines leadership of multiple teams with hands-on field work in a growing organic and natural food and beverage venture studio, offering a dynamic and impactful career opportunity.

Company overview

Next In Natural is a Brooklyn-based boutique venture studio that focuses on strategic business development and marketing for emerging natural consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies. The company invests in and operates businesses within the natural and organic food and beverage sector, emphasizing sustainability. Next In Natural has expanded its operations by establishing a mergers and acquisitions division and has acquired companies like Sound and Lavva, a plant-based yogurt brand. Through strategic partnerships and acquisitions, Next In Natural leverages its expertise to propel growth and innovation in the natural CPG industry.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight at least two years of business development experience, emphasizing any multi-brand or beverage sector involvement to align with Next In Natural's focus on organic food and beverages.

  • Focus on showcasing leadership skills, team-building capabilities, and your ability to manage and inspire a dynamic team, as this role requires leading business development, broker, merchandising, and trade marketing teams.

  • Apply through multiple channels including Next In Natural's corporate website at www.NextInNatural.com and professional networks like LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with current employees in the Business Development or Trade Marketing teams at Next In Natural; ice breakers could include commenting on their recent product launches or expressing enthusiasm for the company’s mission to promote organic and healthy foods.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'business development,' 'team leadership,' 'organic food and beverage,' 'multi-brand building,' 'CRM,' and 'trade marketing' to ensure it passes initial screenings.

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