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    US Business Development Manager

    Pion

    🇺🇸 United States
    Remote
    SaaS
    Hybrid
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    Posted 2 weeks ago
    Work Type

    Remote

    Vertical

    SaaS

    Source

    himalayas

    About this role

    Remote or HybridA little bit

    about us…Pion is the award-winning platform where audience verification, data ownership, and marketing reach converge. We help 3,500+ brands—including the world’s biggest retailers—build lasting loyalty across 10 consumer groups in 100+ territories. Whether it’s through Student Beans, Beans iD, or our YMS events, we enable growth without compromise.

    At Pion, you’ll help us build a smarter, more transparent future for global commerce.Life at Pion : Where People ThriveAt Pion, we’re driven by big ideas and bold thinkers.Our purpose is clear: We make it possible to reward those who shape our world, from Students to Healthcare workers and more.

    That mission demands diverse perspectives and a culture where everyone belongs.Our people power everything we do from innovation to collaboration.

    We’re here to break down barriers and build a space where everyone can grow, learn, and thrive—because affordability starts with empowered people.Check out our SHARP values to find out more about our culture.Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet 60% of the

    requirements, women and those in underrepresented groups tend to only apply when they tick every box. We don’t think you should have to tick every box. We value your uniqueness, and it goes without saying that all applications are welcome, even if you don’t think you fit the criteria. Need any adjustments to support you with your application? Just drop us an email at .

    About the role.As a result of our incredible success and growth, we are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join our wider Commercial function! You'll be working with our SDR's, Account Managers and Customer Success teams to onboard big name brands.

    Responsibilities include Full sales management cycle- Discovery calls, proposals, collaborating with various teams internally and externally during negotiations whilst striving to ensure you are closing deals. Developing relationships with brands and la

    Selling Motion

    Buyer Persona

    C-Suite

    Selling to executive decision-makers

    Requirements at a Glance

    Bachelor's Degree·Required

    Typical Day — Sales Rep

    Sales calls20–40/day
    Client meetings3–5/week
    Pipeline managementDaily

    Estimates based on role type and selling motion — actual may vary by company.

    Role Signals

    Green Flags

    ✓
    Remote Friendly

    Location flexibility

    SaaS — Interview Intel

    Typical Sales Cycle

    30–90 days (SMB) · 3–9 months (Mid-Market) · 6–18 months (Enterprise)

    Common Buyer Objections

    • "We're locked into a contract with [competitor]"
    • "We built something in-house already"
    • "We don't have budget until next quarter"
    • "Our team won't adopt another tool"

    Key Industry Metrics

    ARR / MRRNet Revenue Retention (NRR)CAC Payback PeriodLogo Churn vs Revenue ChurnACV (Avg Contract Value)Magic Number

    Hot Topics to Reference

    • • AI-native product disruption
    • • PLG vs sales-led motion debate
    • • Vertical SaaS consolidation
    • • Usage-based pricing models

    Use these insights to speak the buyer's language in interviews.

    Tags

    Business-Development
    Sales
    Enterprise-Sales
    Account-Management
    Marketing-and-Advertising
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    How do you coach underperforming reps?

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    Describe your forecasting methodology.

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    How do you structure onboarding for new hires?

    Template question
    Research Pion's product, recent news, and key competitors
    Prepare metrics: quota attainment %, average deal size, win rate
    Practice a 2-minute product demo pitch for a mock discovery call
    Prepare to discuss your home office setup and self-management discipline
    Review the job description and map your experience to each requirement
    Role Insights

    This leadership position involves both strategic planning and hands-on coaching of the sales team.

    SaaS sales roles typically involve consultative selling with longer deal cycles.

    This remote-friendly role provides geographic flexibility while maintaining access to a SaaS market.

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