Senior Manager, Business Development

ZEISS Group

Senior Manager driving business development for ZEISS, focusing on AR/VR business opportunities. Leading strategic partnerships and fostering industry relationships for a sustainable future.

Posted 5/2/2026full-timeRemote • California, Colorado, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $128,900 - $187,200 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify and pursue business opportunities in a new field of business.
Assess leads for their commercial and strategic potential.
Develop and implement strategic partnerships with key industry players.
Collaborate with product management and technology teams at ZEISS.
Create and deliver compelling presentations to board-level stakeholders and potential clients.
Support negotiation of contracts and deals.
Develop the organization by identifying opportunities for developing talents and skills necessary for AR/VR success.
Create network with key internal partners.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in business management, engineering, or equivalent.
Minimum 5 years in business development, key account management, global product management or cross-functional project leadership.
Proven success in managing complex projects and contract negotiations.
Experience in high-tech, ophthalmic, or innovative industries (e.g., optics, electronics, or advanced manufacturing).
Strategic negotiation skills.
Strategic market & business acumen.
Commercial account management.
Relationship/networking skills.
Strong financial analysis and P&L management.
Cross-functional project management and stakeholder coordination.
Good VIS core product knowledge.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Resilience and adaptability in fast-paced, demanding environments.
Business fluent in English and German.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Vision
Dental
401k Matching
Employee Assistance Programs
Paid time off including vacation, personal, and sick days

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Hard Skills & Tools

business developmentkey account managementglobal product managementcross-functional project leadershipcontract negotiationsfinancial analysisP&L managementstrategic market acumencommercial account managementproduct knowledge

Soft Skills

strategic negotiation skillsrelationship skillsnetworking skillscommunication skillsinterpersonal skillsresilienceadaptabilitycollaborationpresentation skillsstakeholder coordination

Certifications

Master’s degree in business managementMaster’s degree in engineering