Strategic Growth Manager

The role

This person will drive international market activation and own revenue growth across new global markets. They will build go-to-market strategies for next generation products and establish strategic partnerships with government and commercial entities.

What you will do

• Manage international market activations and navigate regulatory requirements
• Conduct in-depth market research to assess demand and competitive landscape
• Work cross functionally with internal teams to align market activation with technical capabilities
• Develop and grow a network of supportive stakeholders across public and private sectors
• Own the Go-To-Market strategy of next generation product line
• Build and grow the pipeline of commercial opportunities
• Project manage pilots of first prospective customers
• Inform pricing strategy, product development, and business growth decisions
• Build strategic partnerships with key partners and government entities
• Build strong relationships to understand customer requirements and manage expectations

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business; OR high school diploma/equivalency certificate with 5+ years of professional experience
• 6+ years professional experience in market access, consulting, project management, business development, or similar role
• Success launching products across multiple international markets
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver under tight timelines and resource constraints
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to capture and incorporate feedback from customers into actionable improvements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Empathy, active listening, and resilience in managing relationships

Nice to have

• Knowledge or experience in navigating international regulatory environments
• International customer experience along with foreign language abilities
• Industry experience in water treatment technology, consumer products, or water utility

Benefits

• Work on high-impact problems with global relevance
• Help scale breakthrough technology in water security and climate resilience
• Early ownership in a high-growth, engineering-led startup
• Join a tight-knit, mission-driven team in a fast-paced environment
• Build long-term career equity as we grow

About the company

Vital Lyfe is on a mission to solve global water scarcity by creating innovative, desalination systems. It is a high-growth, engineering-led startup.