Director of Business Development
Development manager job in Pontiac, MI
As the Director of Business Development, you'll lead revenue growth, sales and client acquisition across commercial, industrial, and municipal markets. Working alongside estimating, operations, and executive leadership, you'll define go-to-market strategy, manage key partnerships, and play a pivotal role in expanding market share.
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Southeast Michigan (Regional Travel Required) *MUST BE LOCAL
What You'll Do:
Develop and execute comprehensive business development strategies that fuel sustainable growth.
Build long-term relationships with general contractors, developers, and municipalities.
Oversee proposals, bids, and presentations in collaboration with estimating and operations.
Represent the company at industry events and trade shows, strengthening brand visibility.
Track performance metrics, pipeline activity, and project wins for senior leadership.
Mentor and guide account managers as the department expands.
What You Bring:
8-10+ years in business development, sales, or project management within construction or paving preferred.
Proven success securing high-value contracts and growing key accounts.
Deep understanding of estimating, proposal strategy, and project execution.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
Strategic, results-driven mindset with a passion for building strong client relationships.
Market Development Manager
Development manager job in Detroit, MI
Progressive Leasing is a leading provider of in-store and e-commerce lease-to-own solutions. As an almost 20+ year old FinTech company that has gone from start-up to industry leader, we know how to innovate, simplify, and value all people. We are a company founded on our grit and we are constantly looking to the future. As an ever-evolving group of entrepreneurs and technologists, we strive to do the right thing period in all aspects of our work. We are a subsidiary of PROG Holdings (NYSE: PRG), an exciting FinTech holding company, with three business segments including Progressive, Vive Financial, and Four, a Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) platform.
We are currently hiring a Market Development Manager to help grow our company and ensure our mission is achieved!
This role is a territory-based role that requires the candidate to live within a specific region of Detroit, Michigan.
Employee Value Proposition (EVP): PROG is dedicated to providing people with opportunity; opportunity for inclusive collaboration, opportunity for innovation, and opportunity for development.
WE ARE: A sales organization that is dedicated to developing and executing winning sales and marketing strategies in a fun and engaging environment. We provide our employees with challenging opportunities where passion, tenacity, innovation and diligence are rewarded. We want your passion, your creativity and your mastery in rallying support for the ideas that will advance our initiatives. With your broad strategic expertise, you will plan, develop and implement highly effective sales, marketing and operational strategies, solutions and initiatives to drive market share and sell-through for our clients.
YOU ARE: A high-powered sales professional with extensive experience exceeding quota and impacting growth with an organization. In this role you will serve as a brand ambassador responsible for growing gross merchandise value (GMV) in target territories with retailers and partner with regional retail leadership to drive strategy, product adoption, lease to own (LTO) sales and brand loyalty.
YOUR DAY-TO-DAY:
Consistently engage field leadership to communicate our retailer and customer value propositions as well as align on mutual business objectives at the highest levels of our retailer field organization
Conduct business reviews with retail partner field leadership to identify areas of opportunity and develop strategies and tactics to overcome growth inhibitors
Work with business leaders to influence and motivate them to meet and exceed business commitments and drive channel sales
Educate and inform teams on products, solutions, technology and solutions available to drive channel
Work effectively cross functionally to resolve and assess a wide range of issues in creative ways and suggest variations in approach to field and account management
Using gathered insights as well as data, coordinate with people managers across the sales organization to ensure necessary field support for retail partner locations
Create strategic plans that can be effectively communicated and executed across teams to achieve business objectives
Effectively and proactively use tools and resources, including Salesforce.com, to track activities, resolve and share work progress
Consistently exceed GMV targets and grow LTO applications through strategic and practical execution of a plan
Create and execute strategic sales plans and measure the effectiveness of the strategy and impact to business
Resolve compliance cases as necessary to ensure retailers are accurately representing Progressive Leasing solution and options in a timely manner
Travel required (approximately 50%)
YOU'LL BRING:
Sales growth-oriented professional with experience partnering with larger scale organizations
6+ years of relevant sales and/or channel management experience
Demonstrated ability to consistently exceed quota and grow channel business
Ability to communicate goals and objectives, gain commitments and accountability for performance in channel
Exceptional collaboration, relationship building and interpersonal skills with the ability to develop working relationships at all levels
Must be able to handle all requirements associated with frequent out of town travel
Must meet all qualifications of our Driver Safety Policy and consistently maintain a clean driving record, as defined within the policy
Experience with Salesforce.com or other CRM tools required
Building successful business plans and gaining commitments with leaders
WE OFFER:
Competitive Compensation + Bonus Potential
Full Health Benefits; Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance + Paid Parental Leave
Company Matched 401k
Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
Diversity Alliance Resource Groups
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Charitable Gift Matching
Job Required Equipment & Services Will Be Provided
Progressive Leasing welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Progressive Leasing does business.
Auto-ApplyDevelopment Manager
Development manager job in Southfield, MI
As the leading global type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy organization, Breakthrough T1D helps make everyday life with T1D better while driving toward cures. We invest in the most promising research to turn ideas into life-changing therapies and devices. We work with government, regulatory officials, and insurance companies to address issues that impact the T1D community -- breaking through barriers that limit access to care worldwide. We provide resources and guidance that makes it easier to live and thrive with T1D. This is more than a moment -- we're empowering a movement for the T1D community. Share your support and help educate and empower individuals facing type 1 diabetes.
Our mission is to improve lives today and tomorrow by accelerating life changing breakthroughs to treat, prevent and ultimately, cure T1D and its complications. Always, we are guided by a single purpose: As we drive towards curing type 1 diabetes, we help make everyday life better for the people who face it.
Summary:
The Development Manager (DM) at Breakthrough T1D is integral in the day-to-day execution of integrated fundraising efforts to support our organizational strategy and mission. Their relationships with constituents and donors on behalf of Breakthrough T1D will ensure the expansion of our reach to support maximum chapter and event growth to further our mission.
The Development Manager role focuses on relationship building with donors and fundraising volunteers within their assigned event portfolio, driving impact and strengthening both donor and volunteer pipeline resulting in increased revenue and results.
This individual is a high-impact, high-energy team player who can effectively bring the mission to life within the community through collaboration, cultivation, inspiration, and engagement. They will implement activities to support organizational strategies through their assigned event revenue portfolio to drive optimal results and actively demonstrate and promote enterprise-wide mindsets.
The SE Michigan Chapter is a subset of the Michigan Territory, one of the top performing territories in country, which plays a vital role in the organization's success. The SE Michigan Chapter includes both the Ann Arbor and Detroit markets. The Michigan Territory has 12 staff, 2 Chapter Boards and 10+ events collectively driving over $4 million in total net revenue.
We have a hybrid work schedule, in office two days a week and working remotely and in the field three days a week.
Key Responsibilities:
Fundraising & Engagement - 60%
* Implement revenue and engagement plans that drive new levels of performance and year-over-year growth in the chapter. This includes driving individual and corporate supporter growth within assigned event portfolio.
* Responsible for achieving personal event revenue goals and support the achievement of overall event, and ultimately chapter revenue and engagement goals.
* In collaboration with national and chapter partners, implement annual strategies that will drive growth of assigned event portfolio through corporate and individual donor engagement and stewardship at the event level. Identify and develop new business with existing donors and new prospects.
* Implement stewardship strategies of all event supporters that align to program standards; ensuring they are done timely and consistently throughout the year
* Secure and retain table hosts, guests, and event sponsors
* Acquire, cultivate, and solicit mid and major level Fund A Cure donors
* Develop and implement meaningful audience development strategies that inspire giving night-of, including maximizing table spend and activation
* Deploy tactics and strategies within event portfolio that drive foundation and pipeline building activities in support of long-term success of organization
* Implement strategies to retain, acquire and activate supporters in events that will ensure fundraising, and participation goals are met for current and future activities.
Volunteer Management - 20%
* Recruit, cultivate, and manage volunteer leaders that drive revenue as key partners; includes event leadership and committees
* Ensure meaningful engagement of volunteers at all levels and engage in good working relationships with key volunteer partners.
* Partner with volunteer leadership to solicit funding and other support from individuals, corporations, foundations and other sources of funding and/or influence.
Awareness - 10%
* Support and maintain the vision, mission, and priorities of Breakthrough T1D. Understand and be able to articulate the strategic direction and purpose of the organization.
* Demonstrate an educated and enthusiastic understanding of Breakthrough T1D's mission and research therapeutics. Promote mission engagement opportunities throughout the community in the areas of research, advocacy, and community engagement and clinical trials.
* Represent the interests, professionalism, and integrity of Breakthrough T1D in all activities and relationships through a commitment to organizational standards and leadership by personal example.
Administration and Management - 10%
* Maintain departmental and organization-wide policies and procedures
* Develops expertise in fundraising management platforms, as appropriate.
* Participate in monthly strategy meetings with fundraising events program partners to monitor KPI progress, identify risks and opportunities, and take actions as appropriate to ensure success of event(s).
* Partner annually with national program partner(s) to establish budget and pipeline strategies specific to event portfolio and role.
Requirements:
* 3-5 years of fundraising experience, with a clear record of achievement in a complex, mission-driven organization with revenue responsibilities more than $500k; experience working directly in large scale events (walk, gala, etc.). Strong skills in the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and on-going stewardship of donors and supporters.
* Experience partnering with strong and active volunteers, including working successfully with a large network of passionate volunteers.
* Demonstrate a high degree of energy, integrity, courage, empathy, and creativity. A team player who can achieve individual objectives and support those of the entire chapter team.
* Proven ability to successfully maintain an extensive network of strategic relationships (donors, volunteers, community partners, etc.) in the local area. Existing knowledge and network of relationships in the territory preferred.
* Ability to be an enthusiastic spokesperson/representative of Breakthrough T1D's mission. Clear communicator with ability to inspire others to engage and support an organization's mission.
* Highly efficient in time management and able to meet deadlines under pressure.
* Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with Salesforce or other CRM databases.
* College degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Ability to travel locally required. Evening and weekend work as needed.
Essential Functions:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and infrequently up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Benefits:
Breakthrough T1D offers competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 403(b) retirement plan, voluntary benefits, flexible spending and commuter benefit accounts, an employee assistance program (EAP), life and disability insurance, performance-based bonuses, and generous paid time off. Benefits may vary by job level and full time or part time status.
Additional information:
Requests for medical, religious, and other exemptions will be considered on an individual basis. Breakthrough T1D will comply with all federal, state, and local laws.
Breakthrough T1D supports a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Breakthrough T1D is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Auto-Apply.Net Development Manager
Development manager job in Novi, MI
Arete Technologies, Inc. offers set of innovative Consulting and Outsourcing services, bridging the gap between requirements and outputs of various dexterous and facile companies worldwide. The thrust of providing global deliverables with focus on providing paramount and unsurpassed services combined with cost saving solutions to the clients
We understand the business requirements in the present day corporate scenario and aspire to provide world-class services enabling the organization to burgeon and flourish while keeping the work-life balance intact. The Global delivery mechanism followed at Arete Technologies, Inc. saddles proficient schemas and unconventional channels to provide one-stop solutions for all your workforce needs.
our Team is an exquisite amalgamation of vast experiences of over 30 years in IT Consulting and Staffing industry. Connoisseurs in the field of staff augmentation for IT, we operate on 24 by 7 model with an aim of providing affordable and adept professionals with an assurance of satisfaction for both Consultants and Clients.
We are pre-eminent service providers in the field of staff augmentation, IT Consultancy, Software development, Web Development providing unexcelled services and focusing on both the employers and employees.
Job Role: .Net Development Manager
Location: Novi, MI
Client: HCL/Ryder
Duration; Long Term
Job Description:
The candidate should have at least 13-15 years of experience, with minimum 5 years' experience as .NET architect at enterprise level architecture
• At least 2 years of experience developing with ASP.NET MVC application and REST based Service Web API
• Must have experienced in event driven or message driven oriented architecture based applications
• Strong demonstrated experience in application performance tuning and capacity planning
• Proficient in OOAD using UML & in application of design patterns and proficient in dealing with all the layers in solution: Multi-channel presentation, business logic in middleware, data access layer, RDBMS/ NO-SQL
• Good experience in design patterns publish-subscribe, asynchronous processing pattern, message broker pattern, IOC and Dependency Injection
• Preferred to have experience with any one of distributed message broker system like RabbitMQ/MSMQ/Kafka/ActiveMQ
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Manager, Product Development, Women's
Development manager job in Dearborn, MI
Position Details: Title: Manager, Product Development, Women'sDepartment: Global Product DevelopmentReports to: Director, Global Product DevelopmentLocation: Dearborn, MIJob Classification: HybridFLSA Status: ExemptJob Band: Manager The Manager, Global Product Development, Women's manages the overall development process. Leading a Product Development team, this role is responsible for the execution and delivery of new products in partnership with Design, Merchant, Sourcing, and Technical Design teams. Taking into consideration design details, company standards, technical issues, and vendor capabilities, the GPD Manager ensures that product design is interpreted and manufactured to Carhartt standards, brand DNA, and within cost targets. The GPD Manager stays abreast of emerging and existing competitive brands and their technologies; leads seasonal competitive shopping and product testing that feed into benchmarking for existing product and raw materials; and identifies new opportunities to create competitive advantage.
Inspired by Hard Work
At Carhartt, the values of hard work-dependability, honesty, and trust-are rooted in the legacy of our founder, Hamilton Carhartt. His commitment to serving hardworking people continues to inspire everything we do. Guided by his legacy and our mission-We serve and protect all hardworking people by building durable products-we remain dedicated to upholding these principles in every decision we make and every product we create.
Associate Responsibilities
Manage and lead the Women's Product Development team by hiring, training, coaching, counseling, developing and strong mentoring. Create an environment that supports and rewards strong performance and professional growth. Foster an environment that promotes open communication, creativity, and sharing of ideas/best practices.
Manage the overall development process in support of the product and business strategies. Includes 1st proto review, BOM details, finished goods testing, wash development and testing, lab dip requests, artwork (graphics, prints, handlooms) execution, and trim card approval.
Executes Design vision and concept through seasonal prototype and exploratory samples. Ensures that all BOM's (bill of materials) for sketches, fabric, trim, packaging & label are accurate in PLM system and within cost targets of specific style.
Leads Resource development in partnership with Sourcing and company's overall global product strategy. Ensures consistent consumer experience through development of program, materials, construction details, and cost.
Leads bi-weekly product development meetings across cross-functional teams (Design, TD, Merchandising, and Sourcing) to ensure seasonal developments on track to Go To Market timelines. Alerts red flags to the business unit and partners with Carhartt teams and suppliers to bring issue resolution.
Partner with Sourcing team to troubleshoot any development issues during prototype execution and/or seasonal raw material development, including but not limited to, pricing, manufacturing location, MOQ, delivery, and lead time.
Leads Product Development team and partners with cross functional teams to outline and implement new processes and hindsight established processes to bring new or improved efficiencies to global product development.
Leads team in collaboration with Design and Merchandising on seasonal shopping for competitive analysis; manages competitive testing and analyzes data in comparison to existing product line. Brings innovation and recommendation to company through competitive research.
Continue to build on technical expertise and stay abreast of changes in the law, regulations, duties/tariffs, and industry trends related to the apparel and textile industry and with a focus on how these changes and/or trends can influence and support divisional and company strategies.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree in Apparel, Textiles, or related field; or equivalent years of related experience in lieu of degree.
Required Skills & Experience
Minimum 6 years of experience in product development within the Apparel industry, with minimum three years of leadership experience.
Strong garment construction, fabric, trim and color development background within the Apparel industry.
Demonstrated pro-active, self-starter, with the ability to independently manage highly complex product through the development cycle to play an integral role within a broader team, connect the department and individual expectations to company's product strategy and vision.
Strong knowledge in textile, material, and finished goods testing protocols per AATCC, ASTM, and global standards. Follows and understands AAFA and AFIRM RSL chemical safety guidelines.
Good strategic and analytical skills and aptitude. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to be flexible, solution oriented and adaptive to changing priorities, as well as effectively manage and resolve conflict.
Demonstrated ability to build and foster business relationships with cross functional teams, and internal and external partners.
Strong ability to influence, build consensus, and achieve results with an entrepreneurial spirit and comfortable working in a category that has a startup approach.
Effective communicator, verbal and written. Strong and confident presentation skills. Strong organization and planning skills; ability to prioritize workloads and manage multiple projects at the same time.
Proficiency in PLM, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Illustrator, etc.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Typical office environment; office setting. Extended periods of time sitting, standing, typing on a computer is required.
Willing to work some weekends if necessary.
Travel: Up to 30% travel domestically and/or internationally
This position has a Hybrid location: Associate will work on-site regularly as needed for work activities.
Carhartt is a tobacco free workplace.
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Product Development Engineering Manager
Development manager job in Novi, MI
Are you a passionate product leader who thrives at the intersection of innovation, quality, and execution? If so, read on!
About Us
Founded in 2006, Brandmotion provides the highest grade retrofit products and integration solutions to vehicle fleets, vehicle manufacturers and suppliers, government agencies, parts distributors, RV retailers, and consumers. We're an agile, entrepreneurial, focused company that takes great pride in the hundreds of successful designs and thousands of vehicles on the road that are better and safer through our work. You'll be part of a passionate, fast-moving team that designs and delivers innovative automotive technology. You'll have the opportunity to travel, work with world-class suppliers, and directly shape the products that define our reputation. Our core values are: Be humble. Be hungry. Be smart. Have each other's back. Create elegant solutions. Surprise and delight customers. If you're ready to own quality and lead with excellence, we'd love to meet you.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a quality-minded product leader to ensure that every product we deliver meets the highest standards of automotive reliability, performance, and customer confidence. This individual will own the bridge between R&D, engineering, suppliers, and customers - ensuring that product quality is designed in, not inspected in. You don't need to be the creative source of new product ideas; our R&D group handles that. Your focus is turning those ideas into production-ready products that delight customers and stand up to real-world conditions.
This role can scale depending on the individual's experience and leadership capacity - from a hands-on Product Development & Quality Manager to a Director of Product Development & Quality overseeing the entire function.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and continuously improve the product development process from R&D handoff through production launch.
Oversee supplier quality, including qualification, audits, PPAP, APQP, validation testing, and issue resolution.
Ensure quality is built into designs through DFMEA, PFMEA, and robust validation standards.
Manage and mentor engineers to achieve design excellence and manufacturability.
Partner closely with operations and sourcing to ensure suppliers meet cost, delivery, and quality targets.
Serve as a technical liaison with customers to build confidence and credibility.
Visit global suppliers and customers to support launches and drive improvement initiatives.
Report product and supplier performance metrics to leadership and lead corrective-action initiatives.
About You
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
Several years of experience in automotive product development, supplier quality, and launch leadership. You've personally experienced multiple automotive product launches.
Deep understanding of APQP, PPAP, DFMEA/PFMEA, validation testing, and production readiness.
Experience managing global suppliers, ideally including Asia-based manufacturing.
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Hands-on, detail-driven, and motivated by delivering world-class quality.
Willingness to travel, including internationally (10-20%).
Understand both the lab and the field.
Auto-ApplyFashion Product Development Manager, Men's (Maternity Leave)
Development manager job in Detroit, MI
Product Development Manager, Men's & BoysDepartment: DesignReports To: VP of Design
Primary Location: Detroit, MIEmployment Status: Hybrid - MATERNITY LEAVE Coverage - 13 Weeks
Position Overview:We are seeking a talented Product Development professional to join our team on a temporary basis to cover a maternity leave. This role oversees the end-to-end development process for Greyson Clothiers' men's and boys' product lines. This role ensures the creation of innovative, high-quality fashion products that reflect the brand's values and market positioning. The ideal candidate has manager to director level experience, highly organized, detail-oriented, and has managed the product lifecycle from concept through production.
Key Responsibilities:
Product Development & Lifecycle Management:
Manage the development process from design concept to production approval.
Collaborate with design, merchandise, and production teams to ensure product alignment with seasonal strategies.
Manage product development calendars to meet key milestones.
Oversee the sampling process, including prototype reviews and fit sessions.
Quality Assurance & Compliance:
Partner with QA team to ensure products meet quality, performance, and compliance standards.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Partner with cross-functional teams, including Production, Sales, Marketing, and E-commerce, to support product launches.
Provide product knowledge and technical insights to internal teams.
Facilitate cross-departmental communication to resolve development challenges.
PLM Support:
Support the implementation and adoption of a new Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system during a key phase of rollout.
Partner with cross-functional teams (Design, Merchandising, Production, and IT) to ensure a smooth transition to the new PLM platform.
Participate in testing, documentation, and training related to new system processes.
Help identify workflow improvements as the business integrates PLM into daily operations.
Maintain accurate data and product information within both legacy and new systems during the transition period.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design , Product Development, or a related field
5+ years of experience in product development within the fashion or apparel industry
Strong understanding of the product development lifecycle, from concept to production
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and Microsoft Office
PLM experience as well as NetSuite is a plus
Experience managing vendor relationships and sourcing materials
Exceptional organizational, communication, and negotiation skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Passion for product innovation and a keen eye for design and quality
Salary commensurate with experience
This is a hybrid position with 2-3 days required on-side in our downtown Detroit offices. All candidates must reside in the Detroit Metro Area.
About Greyson Clothiers:Greyson Clothiers is a fashion apparel and retail company dedicated to creating innovative, high-quality clothing and lifestyle products. We are driven by our passion for excellence, authenticity, and community engagement. With a deep commitment to craftsmanship and design, we strive to inspire our customers through unique products that blend performance and style.
Auto-ApplyCorporate Director of Business Development
Development manager job in Novi, MI
About Us: Optalis Healthcare is dedicated to providing exceptional care and innovative solutions that enhance the lives of the individuals and communities we serve. We are seeking a strategic and dynamic Corporate Director of Business Development to help drive our growth, strengthen partnerships, and expand our market presence.
Position Summary:
The Corporate Director of Business Development is responsible for leading the organization's strategic growth initiatives and identifying opportunities to expand our footprint. This role will build and maintain high-value relationships, oversee business development strategies, and guide a team to achieve measurable results that align with company goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and execute comprehensive business development strategies to achieve organizational growth objectives.
Identify, evaluate, and secure new business opportunities, partnerships, and strategic alliances.
Build and maintain strong relationships with referral sources, healthcare partners, and community stakeholders.
Lead, mentor, and manage a high-performing business development team.
Collaborate closely with executive leadership and operational teams to align growth strategies with organizational priorities.
Monitor and analyze market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to inform business decisions.
Create and deliver presentations, proposals, and growth reports to leadership and partners.
Support branding and marketing initiatives to increase visibility and strengthen the company's market position.
Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Healthcare Administration, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in business development, preferably in healthcare or a related industry.
Proven track record of developing and executing successful growth strategies.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Flexible, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join Us:
A collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on excellence.
Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. #corp
Land Development Project Manager
Development manager job in Rochester, MI
Job DescriptionExpanding Michigan firm with a critical role for a Land Development Project Manager is hiring in Rochester Hills! Responsibilities:
Manage civil site development projects
Lead a team of engineers and designers
Manage quality projects successfully to make a profit while meeting deadlines
Build/maintain client relationships
Assist with business development and proposal writing
Organize/conduct presentations and interviews with new clients, develop workload forecast, develop workload schedules to manage all projects within budget and delivery schedule
Participate in networking events, conferences, and public meetings
Mentor/train junior staff
Recruit new hires and manage/develop existing team
Perform project site visits
Attend client meetings
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering
5+ years of land development projects experience
PE license
Perform project site visits
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Successful applicants must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
Please contact Laura Harrison for further information!
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Cybersecurity Product Manager/Developer
Development manager job in Dearborn, MI
We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?
Enterprise Technology plays a critical part in shaping the future of mobility. If you're looking for the chance to leverage advanced technology to redefine the transportation landscape, enhance the customer experience and improve people's lives, this is the opportunity for you. Join us and challenge your IT expertise and analytical skills to help create vehicles that are as smart as you are.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to fill a unique Hybrid Product Manager/Developer role, leading the development and enhancement of our suite of cybersecurity applications. This role is critical in driving the product roadmap, prioritizing features, and ensuring our applications meet the evolving needs of security analysts and automation workflows. In addition to traditional product management responsibilities, this role will also involve contributing to the development and maintenance of our applications through coding and other technical tasks. You will work closely with our Product Owner, product designers, engineering teams, and users in a fast-paced, agile environment.
You'll have...
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related OR a combination of education and experience
3+ years of product management experience, preferably with experience managing multiple products.
2+ years of experience in software development, with proficiency in at least one relevant programming language (e.g., Java, JavaScript, Python).
Proven experience working in an agile development environment (Kanban).
Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC).
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to understand technical requirements and translate them into user stories.
Experience with Angular, Java/SpringBoot, and Tekton pipelines is a plus.
Experience with JIRA and Kanban boards for product management.
Proficiency in data analysis and metric tracking.
Even better, you may have...
Familiarity with Gherkin syntax for user story writing is a plus.
Understanding of Ford security compliance standards and policies for applications.
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:
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This position is a range of salary grades 6-8.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call **************.
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What you'll do...
Product Strategy & Roadmap:
Collaborate with the Product Owner to understand product needs and user feedback
Contribute to the development and execution of the product vision and strategy for our cybersecurity application suite.
Prioritize features and create a product roadmap that aligns with business goals and user requirements.
Agile Product Development:
Lead Iteration Planning Meetings (IPM) and other agile ceremonies.
Facilitate the intake and refinement of feature requests.
Write clear, concise, and testable user stories, including Gherkin format stories (preferred).
Maintain and prioritize the product backlog using Kanban boards (JIRA preferred).
Actively participate in weekly sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
Design Collaboration & User Feedback:
Collaborate with product designers on new designs and functionality for our applications.
Work directly with users to gather feedback on proposed designs and new features.
Collect and analyze user feedback on existing functionality to identify areas for enhancement and improvement.
Technical Contribution & Development:
Contribute to the development, testing, and maintenance of our cybersecurity applications.
Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as Java, JavaScript, or Python (depending on project needs).
Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving our development processes.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues as they arise.
Technical Understanding & Collaboration:
Maintain a strong understanding of the technical architecture of our applications, including Angular UIs, Java/SpringBoot backends, and Tekton pipelines.
Collaborate effectively with engineering teams to translate product requirements into technical specifications.
Ensure clear communication and alignment between product, engineering, design, and other stakeholders.
Migration Management:
Track and manage application migrations, ensuring a smooth transition for users.
Identify and address any prerequisites or dependencies for user stories to enable efficient development.
Performance Tracking & Analysis:
Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success.
Analyze data and user feedback to identify areas for improvement and inform product decisions.
Utilize SQL to pull metrics and analyze data related to application performance and user behavior.
Compliance & Security:
Ensure applications remain compliant with all relevant Ford security policies and guidelines.
Stay up-to-date on the latest cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
Auto-ApplyDevelopment Manager- East
Development manager job in Southfield, MI
Job Description
The American Lung Association has an excellent opportunity for a Development Manager. Working as a member of the Development department, you will join an outstanding group of professionals dedicated to our mission: to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through research, education, and advocacy.
The Development Manager provides essential administrative, operational, and logistical support to the market development team, ensuring the smooth execution of fundraising special events. This role also includes the flexibility to support field teams experiencing staffing gaps, helping to maintain event execution and revenue momentum. The position will support markets within the Eastern half of the country and requires up to 30% travel to assist with market coverage and event execution.
Location: This role supports development teams in our Eastern Division. If near an office location, this role will be hybrid and require a minimum of two days per week in the office. We are also considering remote applicants and encourage candidates in any location in the United States to apply.
Responsibilities:
Division Support
Provide technical support for event online platforms and tools as needed
Assist with tracking campaign metrics and revenue and expense reports.
Assist with processing campaign related vendor invoices.
Field Campaign Support & Coverage
Serve as temporary local staff member ready to support market teams experiencing staffing gaps.
Assist with essential event-related tasks to ensure continuity of operations and fundraising efforts during staffing gaps or during peak event timing.
Support the recruitment, training, and scheduling of, and communication with, event-day volunteers.
Travel as needed (up to 30%) to provide in-person support for markets experiencing staffing gaps during pre-event and day-of time period.
Collaborate with nationwide Development team and Market Leads to maintain revenue goals and donor engagement during transition periods.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit management, business administration, or related field.
A minimum of 3-5 years' experience in Peer-to-Peer Event fundraising.
Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with fundraising and donor management platforms such as Blackbaud, Luminate Online, and other tools used by staff and event participants.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Must reside in and be able to support markets in either the Western or Eastern U.S. region.
Technical aptitude with event platforms, CRM systems, and data entry tools.
Must have a valid Driver's license and your own reliable transportation with the ability to travel within assigned area 25% of the time for meetings and conferences, as well as the flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends with some overnights required.
Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs. (event supplies).
Consistent with its mission, the American Lung Association maintains a smoke-free workplace; all employees must abstain from tobacco use in any form, including vaping.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with financial reporting tools such as Prophix
Familiarity with event planning and volunteer coordination
Knowledge of nonprofit fundraising practices and donor stewardship
Compensation: Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. The target hiring range for this position is between $46,500 and $55,000 per annum.
Benefits: The Lung Association offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Paid Leave - 10 vacation days in the first year (15 days thereafter), 2 personal days and 15 sick days per year, as well as 12 company-paid holidays per year. We also offer Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees.
Insurance - Employees (and their eligible dependents) can enroll in our medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as voluntary plans for critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, short-term disability and supplemental life/AD&D insurance. Employees will be enrolled in company-paid life/AD&D and long-term disability Insurance coverage.
Retirement Plan - Eligible employees can participate in our 401(k) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan, which offers matching employer contributions (up to 4%) and year-end discretionary non-elective contributions.
Questions? For more details about this role please reach out to **************.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The American Lung Association is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the American Lung Association to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to their race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or physical and/or mental disabilities, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Policy Statement
It is the policy of the American Lung Association to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to their race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or physical and/or mental disabilities, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This policy applies in all employment actions including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, corrective actions, terminations, compensation, benefits and training.
Easy ApplyPartnership Development Manager
Development manager job in Pontiac, MI
Responsibilities/Qualifications
We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and connected Community Liaison to lead referral generation efforts and drive business growth for our home care agency. This is a results-oriented position that demands an individual who understands the industry landscape, has strong existing relationships, and can produce measurable outcomes.
This is not an entry-level position. You will be expected to operate independently, take full ownership of your territory, and be accountable for referral metrics that directly impact the company's profitability.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and execute a referral growth strategy targeting hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living, hospice, physician offices, case managers, and other community partners.
Leverage existing relationships to generate qualified referrals for home care services (personal care, companionship, etc.).
Maintain a weekly presence (10-15 hours minimum) at assigned referral partners and to strengthen engagement and drive referral flow.
Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly referral targets as defined by leadership.
Track and report on referral activity, relationship status, and pipeline using CRM or tracking tools.
Provide feedback on market trends and competitor activity to inform strategic decisions.
Represent the company professionally at community events, health fairs, and networking meetings.
Collaborate with intake and care coordination teams to ensure timely onboarding of referred clients.
Flexibility to help in our capacities as needed
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
# of Qualified Referrals per Week/Month
Conversion Rate of referrals to active clients
Revenue Generated from referral sources
# of Weekly In-Person Visits/Hours Logged at assigned facilities
# of New Referral Relationships Established per Quarter
Client satisfaction and feedback from referred cases
Qualifications:
3+ years of experience in community outreach, marketing, or liaison role in home care, hospice, or healthcare-related field
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding referral quotas
Strong network of referral sources in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw counties
Excellent communication, networking, and presentation skills
Self-motivated, proactive, and results-focused
Ability to work independently and manage your schedule effectively
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
Compensation:
Competitive base salary
Performance-based bonuses tied to referral volume and revenue generation
Mileage reimbursement and expense coverage for community visits
Benefits:
Opportunities for advancement
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee recognition events
Paid time off
Auto-ApplyProgram Manager - Sales/Bus Development
Development manager job in Auburn Hills, MI
AirBoss Defense Group is a leading North American manufacturer and provider of survivability solutions dedicated to delivering critical capability to personnel operating in high-risk environments around the world. We develop, manufacture, and sell a wide range of high-quality products and services to the global military and first responder markets.
If you're looking to be a part of a dynamic, ambitious team and want to take on challenges that match your goals, join the AirBoss team as a Program Manager.
The Program Manager is responsible for managing the cost, schedule and technical performance requirements of customer programs through all phases from inception to completion. Works closely with Sales, BD, and customers to identify and close new business opportunities. Involved in defining program parameters or guiding internal research and development efforts. Directs the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of a contract. Ensures that all resources such as engineering staffing, production and facilities are available to successfully execute the program. Works with Supply Chain, Operations, and Quality to ensure on-time, on-target program performance. As part of the Program Management Team, manage programs/pursuits to achieve ADG quarterly orders, revenue, EBITDA & cash flow targets.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related program/project experience.
2-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Capacity for problem solving and continuous improvement.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
A working knowledge of Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook ...).
Ability to work with and lead a cross-functional team. (an asset)
Ability to work in a team, participative leadership.
Ability to understand the strategic and operational direction of the company and achieve results.
Ability to work independently, in an organized and methodical manner.
Preferred Skills:
Government contracting or defense industry experience; CBRN knowledge a plus.
PMP certification.
Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, or management.
Compensation / Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Annual performance bonus
* Group insurance paid 2/3 by the employer
* Retirement benefits
Project Manager - Corporate Development & Legal Projects
Development manager job in Novi, MI
Job Description
About Inveniam
Inveniam is a pioneering technology company transforming private market data into trusted, actionable intelligence. By leveraging blockchain and decentralized finance (DeFi) principles, Inveniam enables secure, transparent, and automated data validation for asset valuation and financial reporting. With a focus on product maturity and early adoption in capital markets, Inveniam empowers organizations to unlock liquidity and efficiency in traditionally opaque markets.
Summary
We are seeking a motivated mid-level Project Manager to join our PMO team with a dual focus on
Corporate Development and Legal/Compliance projects. This role will be responsible for managing
strategic initiatives such as mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, contract negotiations, and regulatory
compliance projects. The ideal candidate will bring strong project management expertise, PMP, CSM,
and/or SAFe certifications, and experience coordinating cross-functional stakeholders across executive,
legal, finance, and business development teams
What you'll do
• Manage corporate development initiatives including M&A due diligence, post-merger integration, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, Strategy, and Executive teams to coordinate deal execution, compliance reviews, and contract management.
• Lead the delivery of legal and compliance projects (e.g., contract lifecycle management, regulatory compliance, governance initiatives).
• Create and maintain project artifacts such as deal trackers, integration roadmaps, and executive dashboards.
• Support PI Planning and SAFe ceremonies, ensuring corporate development and legal initiatives are properly prioritized and sequenced.
• Facilitate cross-functional workshops to capture requirements, risks, and dependencies for strategic deals and legal projects.
• Track and report on project KPIs (e.g., integration milestones, regulatory approval timelines, compliance deliverables).
• Ensure adherence to PMO governance standards while identifying opportunities to improve processes for corporate transactions and legal oversight.
Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Legal Studies, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 3-7 years of project management experience, with at least 2 years managing corporate development, legal, or compliance-related projects.
• Certification required: PMP, CSM, and/or SAFe Agilist (SA, SPC, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of Agile and SAFe methodologies as applied to legal and corporate governance projects.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives with competing priorities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills across executive, legal, and technical teams.
• Experience with JIRA, Confluence, or other PMO/Agile toolsets.
Preferred Skills:
• Familiarity with M&A processes, NDAs, due diligence checklists, and integration playbooks.
• Experience in highly regulated industries (financial services, healthcare, technology, etc.).
• Strong financial acumen to support valuation, ROI analysis, and deal metrics.
• Ability to translate complex legal and corporate development requirements into actionable project plans.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary of $110,000 - $130,000 per year, depending on experience
Stock Appreciation Rights
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Generous PTO and flexible work options
Opportunities for professional development
IT Manager- EDW Development
Development manager job in Dearborn, MI
Our client is Founded in 1915 With more than 30,000 employees (2017), our client is the sixth-largest employer in metro Detroit, and amongst the most diverse. They are Specialties in Cancer Care, Heart Care, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Primary Care, Bariatric Surgery, Organ Transplantation, Medical Education, and Medical Research. One of the largest and popular industry across the globe. The excellent and friendly work environment
Job Description
Principal duties and responsibilities:
Manage and mentor a large and diverse team of, Software Designers and Developers, and vendor partners to lead the development of the technical solutions platform of Enterprise Data Warehouse to support next-generation data integration and data integrity for business intelligence and analytics.
Provide a strong technology leadership to the IT team.
Analyze enterprise business drivers and IT strategy to create current state and future state diagrams of EDW technology focusing on data integration but also encompassing data definition, data standardization, data mastering and data governance.
Analyze enterprise business drivers to determine corresponding Information Architecture change requirements.
Provide technology direction and leadership to proactively upgrade and align solutions with evolving technologies and business needs, including implementation strategies, focusing on solution optimization and stability.
Design and govern the implementation of ETL, data processing, and data visualization design based on business requirements and IT strategies
Define the principles to guide ETL and data processing solution decisions for the programs / projects leveraging DW and visualization architecture artifacts and industry best practices.
Manage the work of and provides leadership to application staff to support the planning, design/build, test, implementation, support and operational needs of the organization. This includes, but is not limited to, project management, resource planning, assessment of integration and/or interface needs, support and maintenance.
Create/review conceptual, logical, and/or physical design , incorporating discrete and big data, analytics framework and data integration best practices
Define, implement and evolve source code and change/release management methodologies and other Software Life Cycle Development (SDLC) processes and build tools to operationalize them.
Plan solutions with performance, scalability, HIPAA security and reusability in mind and drive assessment of these trade-offs throughout the SDLC. Establish performance, efficiency and stability benchmarks, build and implement custom tools to proactively monitor and analyze solution performance and health across all parts, and continually improve them.
Act as a technical advisor and participate as needed in development/testing efforts within the team to maintain consistency and continuity.
Evaluate trends on performance, capacity and operational health and develops plans to address key issues. Resolve most issues independently within the team and partners with vendors to resolve more complex issues. Provide preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and resolves problems to ensure infrastructure and application stability. Lead continual improvement best practices by identifying and diagnosing improvement opportunities. Suggest improvements to solution architects and supervisors
Stay current with EDW and related analytics technology capabilities and bring the best practices into the development of the EDW program.
Promote, develop and adhere to system standards and best practices. Collaborate with team to promote re-use and develop consistent technical build, implementation and support processes.
Establish/Support processes to support strong governance around scope, schedules, financials, change management, deliverable quality and release management.
Oversee proofs of concepts for new technology, processes, and/or workflows. Implements applications according to requirements, specifications, and compliance/regulatory standards.
Effectively manage conflict and work together with team members, colleagues, and other leaders.
Effectively oversee, lead, communicate, present, influence and utilize reasoning skills to earn the support of staff, colleagues, leadership, and customers.
Administer personnel-related matters, including interviewing and hiring, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, coaching/mentoring, and staff development
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Systems Analysis or a related field required. Master's degree preferred.
10 years of progressive work experience in multiple IT areas, including 5 - 7 years of relevant domain experience in data warehousing and/or analytics technologies is required.
Prior experience in a technical lead or consulting role leading Information Management related initiatives (system integration, data warehouse build, data mart build, or similar) is required.
Requires expert level knowledge and understanding of data warehouse architecture, application design, systems engineering, SDLC, and integration.
Demonstrated experience leading teams that analyze complex data related issues and/or logical data models in support of corporate and customer information systems requirements.
Solid understanding of methodologies and technologies that depict the flow of data within and between technology systems and business functions/operations
Must be able to handle difficult and sensitive situations using sound, independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines.
Must have led the design and architecture of end to end implementations of multiple large scale data integration projects
Proven track record in managing diverse teams, including highly-skilled technical resources as well as developing team members of varying skill levels.
Ability to assign, guide, and monitor the work of others regardless of the reporting relationship (direct, project, indirect).
Excellent strategic thinker with the ability to provide thought leadership to develop creative solutions for complex business and technical problems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to develop and present complex material effectively to a variety of audiences - technical and non-technical, staff, management, and leadership.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Development Director - Friends of the Rouge
Development manager job in Plymouth, MI
Friends of the Rouge (FOTR), has partnered with Mondo Unlimited to find their next Development Director. FOTR, founded in 1986, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the restoration and stewardship of the Rouge River watershed through education, community engagement and collaboration. The Rouge River is one of the nation's most urbanized watersheds and is located in the Metropolitan Detroit area of southeastern Michigan. The Rouge has been the focus of intensive federal, state, and local restoration efforts since being named an EPA Area of Concern in 1987.
Friends of the Rouge understands the values of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice are critical to achieve our vision of a Rouge River that is healthy, accessible to everyone, and a place where people and wildlife thrive. To that end, we commit ourselves to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice both in our programmatic priorities and our internal organizational development through inclusive recruitment of staff and board members, and by fostering a diverse and inclusive culture.
Check out the 2024 Annual Report here.
Position Purpose
Friends of the Rouge is looking for a mission-aligned fundraising professional who brings both strategic expertise and heart to their work. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of nonprofit fundraising experience, with a proven track record of developing and executing successful strategies, leading teams, and cultivating meaningful donor relationships. They will be a strong communicator that is comfortable engaging a wide range of stakeholders, from donors and volunteers to community partners and demonstrate excellent storytelling, writing, and public speaking skills.
This role requires someone who is detail-oriented and organized, yet flexible and collaborative. The candidate should be comfortable analyzing data, managing projects, creating compelling content, and reaching out to new audiences. Above all, we seek someone who leads with kindness, centers equity and inclusion in all aspects of their work, and is deeply committed to environmental preservation and the protection of our water resources. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.
Friends of the Rouge is currently completing a Strategic Plan that will fundamentally inform the organization's fundraising strategy. The Development Director (DD) will lead the development of this strategy and will partner with the Executive Director, Board, and staff to support the Strategic Plan implementation. Goals for this transformation are to:
Scale our impact: Secure larger, multi-year commitments that enable long-term planning and execution
Build sustainable capacity: Create reliable revenue stream to support dedicated fundraising staff and infrastructure
Establish market position: Develop clear, bidirectional relationships with funders and support FOTR's role as the primary steward of the Rouge River watershed.
Enable strategic growth: Move from reactive to proactive funding that aligns with our mission and vision.
FOTR's current funding model consists primarily of individual giving/membership, foundation giving, and programmatic grants with some corporate giving. The newly completed Strategic Plan calls for building a comprehensive fundraising plan that will create targets for existing revenue streams, grow new funding sources, and develop a holistic strategy to track and grow these opportunities. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop and steward new revenue streams such as planned giving, major donor relationships, and corporate giving to broaden the organization's fundraising diversity.
This position reports to the Executive Director and involves close coordination with the Executive Director, the Board of Directors, the Operations Director, and Program Managers. The Development Director leads and supports all general giving and organization-wide fundraising efforts - including foundation giving and programmatic grants. The Development Director leads and supports the Fund Development team.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Development Oversight and Growth
Perform all aspects of the fund development management including programmatic budgeting, oversight, and department management
Plan, develop, coordinate, and manage development activities including day to day operations, as well as active participation in strategic planning, grant development, and administration
Work with the Operations Director, Program Managers, Executive Director, and the Fund Development team to identify annual development goals for operating expenses and program budgets
Lead the Fund Development team in identifying funding and revenue sources, develop fundraising strategies, and implement strategies by working with Program Managers, Operations Director, and Executive Director
Track, record, and communicate program and fundraising progress, participation, and impact
Lead Fund Development team and work with the Executive Director to implement FOTR's Strategic Plan priorities related to growth of the development team
Fund Development and Tracking
Coordinate with Executive Director and Operations Director to develop FOTR's annual operating budget in order to set annual fundraising goals
Develop and execute annual development plan and development strategy for annual giving (membership), major donors, corporate donors, grants administration, and organization-wide events
Working with consultants and FOTR leadership, develops and facilitates ongoing fundraising plan and communicates progress and needs with Executive Director
Works with development staff to manage CRM software (Bloomerang) and plug-in software (Qgiv, Fundraise Up, etc.). Coordinates data integration with Bloomerang Volunteer with Volunteer Coordinator
Works with staff to review and approve communication (as needed) to members, donors, corporations, foundations, and other related parties
With Fund Development team, supports all FOTR-wide events and relevant program events as organizational/membership ambassador
Membership / Annual Giving / Major Donors
Working with Fund Development team, develops strategy and implementation plan for member communication and engagement
Directs and, working with Fund Development team, executes life cycle of giving for members, individuals, and major donors
Working with the Fund Development team, develops strategy and implementation plans for major donor programs including identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
Works with Marketing/Communications staff and Fund Development team to review marketing and outreach material for organizational development efforts, specifically as it relates to member and donor engagement and cultivation
Develops annual appeal strategy for year-end giving and works with Executive Director, Operations staff, and Fund Development team to implement strategy
Board Coordination
Works with Board Executive Committee and Board Vice President to support Board engagement in fundraising activities including attendance at fundraising events and personal giving
Working with the Board Vice President, review and evaluate opportunities for further participation in fundraising activities by the Board, including evaluation of reinstating a Fund Development and/or Membership Committee
Maintains and cultivates relationships with all FOTR board members beyond board meetings to better activate board members into the organization
Corporate Giving
Directs and stewards corporations through lifecycle of corporate giving - identification, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship
Develops meaningful and broad connection with FOTR program managers and coordinators to maintain understanding of current needs and opportunities
Coordinates corporate outreach with Board Fund Development Committee Chair and other Board Members for major fundraising events and/or general giving
Endowment/Planned Giving
Creates and oversees plan for building the FOTR endowment, housed at the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan (CFSEM)
Develop and steward a planned giving program for FOTR including identifying and cultivating legacy donors, providing frameworks for charitable gift annuities, planned giving, bequests, etc.
General
Participate in professional development opportunities, strategic networking events, etc.
Seek an active role in relevant councils, committees, advisory groups etc. across the watershed to broaden fund development cultivation
Qualifications
Minimum of 5+ years experience in nonprofit fundraising
Previous experience developing and implementing fundraising strategies
Demonstrate great donor relations and kindness
Commitment to systemic and integrated diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice principles as related to the fundamental work of the organization
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Exhibit a deep and abiding commitment to the preservation of our environment and the good stewardship of water resources in particular
Nondiscrimination Policy
It is the policy of Friends of the Rouge to provide equal membership, employment, and service opportunities to all eligible persons and to administer personnel policies and practices in accordance with all applicable laws.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, creed, religion, color, personal appearance, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, family responsibilities, and the presence of any sensory, physical or mental disability, learning disability, matriculation, membership in any labor organization, lawful source of income, political affiliation, or political ideology.
Terms of Employment - At-Will Employment Status
All persons employed by FOTR, regardless of classification status, are employed on an “at-will” basis. As such, employment can be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at either your option or the option of FOTR. No supervisor, coordinator, manager, or other representative of FOTR other than the Executive Director has the authority to enter into any agreement or contract for employment for any specified period of time. The provisions contained in this policy supersede any and all previous oral or written statements or representations that have been made by FOTR or by someone purporting to represent FOTR. Employees should be aware, while FOTR employees are required to participate in regular performance evaluation; this evaluation process is not intended to be a means of creating legal rights and does not affect the “at-will” nature of the terms of employment.
Leadership Development Associate - 100% Commission (TSG-5016)
Development manager job in Detroit, MI
Job DescriptionAbout The Strickland Group The Strickland Group is a family-driven, vision-first agency backed by a major national carrier. We combine modern tech, AI-assisted systems, and human connection to change how families protect their future. Our mission is simple: serve people and leave them better than we found them. Why this role is different This isn't a corporate seat - it's a pathway to ownership. You'll build your own business & develop a book of business, lead a team, and scale your income based on performance. No cold calls. No chasing. You'll work warm, qualified clients who've already requested help. What you'll do Master our systems and product suite to deliver first-class client experiences. Follow up with warm leads and prior client inquiries (we provide high-quality leads). Meet clients virtually (Zoom / phone) and guide them through the protections that build generational wealth. Manage your client communication and relationship lifecycle. Build a personal brand and scale your book - recruit and lead a team when ready. Hit performance goals to unlock promotions, leadership roles, and revenue-share opportunities. Maintain licensing, contracting, and compliance for your market. Attend weekly virtual training and leadership development. Who you are You want to build and own something - not just collect a paycheck. Entrepreneurial mindset: you plan, execute, iterate, and refuse to be average. Strong communicator - phone and video-first comfort. Organized, self-motivated, and tech-savvy. Preferably 2+ years in sales, service, or business ownership - but grit and results matter more. Requirements Reliable phone, data, and Wi-Fi. Must pass background check and carrier contracting. Active Life & Health license, or willingness to get licensed (we'll help you in 7-10 days). Compensation & growth Uncapped commission structure + performance bonuses and incentives. Clear path to leadership / territory ownership / revenue-share for top performers. Many of our highest-performing partners create a significant, scalable income by building teams and recurring revenue streams. 100% Commission Perks Remote, flexible schedule (evenings/weekends as client needs require). Comprehensive training and a proven playbook to build your business. Annual all-expense-paid trips for top producers. Discounted health and life coverage options. Leadership development and agent-to-owner transition support.
Development Director
Development manager job in Detroit, MI
Job Description
Who We Are
New Paradigm For Education (NPFE) is a non-profit Charter Management Organization (CMO) composed of educational practitioners, community advocates, and business leaders who have dedicated years of service to children. NPFE serves 2,100 students in Detroit, Michigan. We specialize in maximizing student learning potential through proven education practices and managing all phases of school design, planning, and program implementation.
Why New Paradigm for Education
NPFE is on a mission to ensure that all students in Detroit achieve at the highest levels, supporting educational transformation through increased student achievement, fiscal responsibility, and community support. NPFE's Mission is to provide a quality education through shared responsibility in a safe supportive environment for all students to meet the needs of a global society. We are committed to excellence and strive to offer a new educational paradigm evident by increased student achievement, fiscal responsibility, and community support.
What You'll Do
The Development Director will play a crucial role in advancing NPFE's mission by leading and implementing fundraising strategies that build long-term sustainability and foster meaningful relationships with donors, stakeholders, and community partners. This individual will manage all aspects of NPFE's fundraising operations, including securing grants, cultivating individual and corporate donors, and managing special events.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred in nonprofit management, business, or related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a track record of successfully securing grants, major gifts, and sponsorships.
Experience working in a school setting (preferred).
Experience in grant writing, donor cultivation, and event planning.
Strong knowledge of the Detroit philanthropic landscape and fundraising trends.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create compelling proposals and presentations.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating strong leadership and organizational skills.
Passion for education reform and commitment to NPFE's mission and values.
Key Responsibilities:
Development Strategy & Execution: Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive multi-year development strategy to meet organizational revenue goals, including individual giving, foundation grants, corporate sponsorships, and government funding.
Grant Writing & Reporting: Research, write, and submit grant proposals to government agencies, foundations, and other potential funding sources. Manage grant reports, deadlines, and ensure compliance with funding requirements.
Donor Cultivation & Stewardship: Develop and nurture relationships with individual donors, foundations, corporate partners, and DEPSA alumni.. Regularly engage with donors to maintain their support, recognition, and engagement with NPFE's mission.
Fundraising Events: Oversee the planning and execution of fundraising events. Manage event logistics, budgets, and post-event follow-ups.
Marketing & Communications: Collaborate with the C-Team to develop fundraising materials, donor communications, and outreach campaigns to raise awareness of NPFE's work and impact in the community.
Board Engagement: Work closely with the NPFE board, various school boards, and C-Team to engage board members in fundraising efforts and ensure they are fully informed and involved in the development strategy.
Endowment Development: Lead the strategic planning and launch of NPFE's first endowment fund. Collaborate with leadership and key stakeholders to define endowment goals, create donor engagement strategies, and ensure long-term financial sustainability through planned giving and legacy gifts.
Data & Reporting: Maintain donor records, track contributions, and generate reports to assess fundraising performance. Ensure timely and accurate reporting to stakeholders, including the board of directors and external partners.
Team Leadership & Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure alignment of development strategies with organizational priorities.
Other ancillary duties as needed or assigned by your supervisor.
Major Gifts Development Director
Development manager job in Southfield, MI
Corewell Health is seeking a Major Gifts Development Director. Reporting to Senior Director, Major Gifts, this role is responsible for planning, implementation and management of all aspects of assigned clinical fundraising program(s) at assigned Corewell Health hospital site in coordination with Foundation leadership. This role manages a major gift prospect portfolio to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts, including planned gifts, for approved hospital priority needs. The Development Director coordinate collaborative efforts with the Senior Director, Major Gifts, major gifts team and programs supporting the major gifts efforts.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
Major Gift and Planned Gift fundraising for assigned clinical fundraising program(s) at assigned Corewell Health hospital site.
Essential Functions
* Work closely with the Senior Director, Major Gifts to develop an overall strategy plus long-range and annual plan for the program at assigned hospital site. Take responsibility for ensuring plans are implemented and goals are achieved.
* Develop and promote relationships with Hospital Administration and clinical staff. Perform duties as liaison for the Foundation with this group while promoting a culture of philanthropy.
* Work closely with the Senior Director, Major Gifts to ensure achievement of Corewell Health's annual fundraising targets as well as any campaign goals and targets.
* Personally manage a portfolio of top prospects for assigned hospital site, developing and implementing plans for identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of these donors and prospects to meet established fundraising goals and metrics in collaboration with community and hospital leaders and, as appropriate, other major gift officers.
* Ensure collaboration with other Foundation program areas that support the major gifts program following Foundation policies and guidelines.
* Collaborate with Foundation's Operations team regarding restricted funds for assigned clinical program(s) and work closely with the Director Stewardship Restricted Fund Operations to ensure restricted funds are spent following the Restricted Fund Management Policy.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's Degree. Required
* 7 years of relevant experience. Minimum of seven years of experience in fundraising with significant experience in major gifts, planned gifts and capital campaigns. Required
* Strong management skills required. Required
* Evidence required of working successfully with volunteers and committees and with prospects for six- and seven-figure gifts. Required
* Master's Degree. Preferred
* Fund Raising Executive Certified (CFRE). Preferred
* Experience in planned giving. Preferred
* Experience in healthcare. Preferred
About Corewell Health
As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.
How Corewell Health cares for you
* Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
* On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
* Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
* Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
* Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
* Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
Primary Location
SITE - Corewell Health Southfield Center - 26901 Beaumont Blvd
Department Name
Major Gifts - CHE Foundation
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
40
Hours of Work
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Days Worked
Monday to Friday
Weekend Frequency
N/A
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An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
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STEWARDSHIP/DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Development manager job in Troy, MI
Woodside Bible Church
Woodside Bible Church is seeking a Stewardship/Development Director to play a pivotal role in advancing our vision of cultivating a culture of generosity. This highly relational and strategic leader will align stakeholders, build momentum, and move opportunities into action-equipping individuals and teams to take meaningful next steps in generous living and giving. The Stewardship/Development Director collaborates closely with senior leadership, donors, and key partners to foster engagement and inspire broad participation in stewardship initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with Executive and campus leadership to identify, engage, and cultivate key donors and strategic partners.
Coordinate and host donor gatherings, meetings, and events that foster generosity and vision alignment.
Develop and execute action plans that move stewardship initiatives from concept to measurable impact.
Partner with Communications and ministry teams to share compelling stories that celebrate generosity and inspire next steps.
Manage stewardship-related scheduling and engagement for senior leaders.
Track donor trends, giving data, and project progress to inform strategy and measure impact.
Maintain a visible presence across campuses to build trust and relationships with stakeholders.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required; theological or project management training preferred.
3-5 years of experience in project management, stewardship, donor engagement, or strategic leadership within a church, nonprofit, or business setting.
Proven ability to manage stakeholders and mobilize teams with excellence.
Strong relational discernment, organizational skills, and ability to inspire others.
Demonstrates integrity, confidentiality, and alignment with biblical values.
Vibrant and growing relationship with Christ.
This is a full-time, salaried position, located at our Troy campus. Candidates must be active members of Woodside Bible Church or willing to become members upon hire, and demonstrate consistent engagement in the life and mission of the church.
If you are passionate about seeing lives transformed through Christ-centered generosity, we invite you to apply.
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