Vice-President of Global Business Development
Role Description The Vice-President of Global Business Development at Forvia Siemar is a full-time, remote role responsible for leading international growth initiatives and expanding the company’s global footprint. This position oversees the development and execution of global go-to-market strategies, identifies new market opportunities, and builds long-term partnerships with key international customers and stakeholders. The role involves directing global sales and business development teams, setting performance targets, and monitoring progress against strategic objectives. Daily responsibilities include managing high-level negotiations, collaborating with cross-functional leaders on pricing, product positioning, and customer solutions, and providing data-driven insights to inform executive decision-making. The Vice-President will also represent the company in key industry events, maintain strong client relationships, and ensure alignment between regional business development activities and the overall corporate strategy.
Qualifications
Proven expertise in International Business Development and International Sales, including experience expanding into new global markets and managing diverse regional portfolios. Strong background in Sales and Business Development, with a track record of meeting or exceeding revenue and growth targets in complex B2B environments. Advanced Negotiation skills, including experience leading high-value contracts and strategic partnership agreements with international customers and suppliers. Leadership experience managing global or regional teams, with the ability to motivate, mentor, and develop talent across cultures and time zones. Excellent strategic thinking and analytical skills, including comfort with market analysis, forecasting, and data-driven decision-making. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to executive stakeholders and negotiate effectively at senior levels. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote, digitally connected environment, balancing global travel requirements as needed. Experience in international operations within manufacturing, technology, automotive, or related industries is highly beneficial. Relevant bachelor’s degree required; an advanced degree (e.g., MBA or equivalent) is a strong advantage.