Business Development Manager

Saalex Corporation is seeking a Business Development Manager in Lexington Park, MD. Saalex Coproration is a professional services company delivering cutting-edge solutions to the Department of Defense. Our expert-level solutions include software development, information technology, program management, financial management and business intelligence services. Saalex Corporation offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits.

Position Type: Full-Time Preferred
Salary: $100k-$195k annually (depending on experience)
Work Location: Hybrid remote/in-office (see onsite requirements below).
Travel: 25% or more in addition to onsite requirements

**On-Site Requirements: On-boarding will require 1-2 visits to Lexington Park, MD. Additionally, this position requires occasional onsite support is required at Saalex corporate offices in Lexington Park, MD and Washington, DC)

Essential Functions:

• Leverages an existing network of professional relationships to identify, shape, qualify, and capture large DoD and federal agency opportunities aligning with the company's strategic goals.
• Develops an in-depth understanding of the company's strategic growth goals, technical capabilities, clients, and contracts.
• Establishes and manages a multi-year pipeline of viable prime and sub opportunities ensuring alignment to strategic and operational financial goals.
• Fosters strong relationships with key government customers and leadership across the DoD and other federal agencies.
• Interacts with government leadership and decision makers to market company capabilities, shape opportunities, and identify customer needs/issues.
• Develops, documents, and executes a structured business development and capture strategy with gate reviews.
• Conducts research and analysis on market trends and competitor activities.
• Attends government industry focused events, workshops, conferences, and meetings in the DC/MD area.
• Contributes to win theme generation, proposal content development, and participates in proposal reviews.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• 5 years' experience providing business development and capture within the federal government market OR 10 years military service and a sound understanding of the contract capture process.
• Possess a strong network of DoD clients and decision-makers.
• Ability to effectively communicate and engage with government clients, industry partners, and executives.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Security Clearance:
Must be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Education:
Bachelor's degree in business or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Plan