Director of Program Development

The role

This professional will manage client engagement and program development for custom technology-centric hardware products. You will initiate client communications, develop proposals, and build long-term relationships to secure programs for the technical team.

What you will do

• Initiate and drive communications with prospective clients
• Manage interactions and information flow in early client engagement stages
• Leverage CRM system for contact management and deal tracking
• Meet with prospective clients to present capabilities and assess needs
• Develop relationships with key decision-makers at client organizations
• Prepare and present proposals, statements of work, and presentations
• Collaborate with legal team to ensure execution of NDAs, MSAs, and contracts
• Negotiate and close program opportunities
• Advocate for client relationship building throughout project execution
• Expand company awareness through industry events and personal networks

Required qualifications

• 8+ years in a product development environment
• BS degree in engineering or technical field, or equivalent
• First-hand understanding of early-stage technology development and product commercialization
• Knowledge of relevant industries and a network of contacts
• Versatile and professional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to articulate sophisticated technical content in a clear and concise manner
• Intrinsic desire to work and execute as a team

Nice to have

• Consulting and/or business development experience
• Life sciences experience

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement
• Paid time off
• Other benefits
• Ownership in the company and share in financial rewards

About the company

Re:Build Manufacturing is an advanced, end-to-end manufacturing platform that partners with industrial companies and innovators. Re:Build Fikst, LLC is a growing product design and engineering consulting firm located in Wilmington, MA.