GM Business and Product Development

Sms Group Sarl - Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time - Mid Level

Pittsburgh, PA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The primary focus of this role is to identify, develop, and win new business opportunities while providing leadership to the organization, customers, and market. This position is crucial in formulating strategies and driving solutions that deliver targeted growth in support of the VP - Business Development. At SMS group, we pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial environment that fosters a culture of innovation, growth, and inclusion. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we encourage participation in company events, activities, and charitable initiatives that benefit the communities where we operate. In this role, you will be responsible for researching and developing strategies for growth, carrying out special projects, and identifying potential targets for joint ventures, alliances, or partnerships. You will prepare appropriate business cases and recommendations, demonstrating strong commercial and business acumen. A deep understanding of business development, particularly the interplay between contracts, operations, and commercial outcomes, is essential. You will leverage your broad-based development experience gained at a high level in areas such as services, outsourcing, and consulting to achieve superior outcomes for stakeholders. Your success will be measured by your ability to strategically identify, develop, and deliver business opportunities that align with the company's goals. You will need to demonstrate a record of achievement in these areas, showcasing your proficiency in supporting corporate interests from remote site locations while exercising positive people skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop strategies for growth.
• Carry out special projects and other tasks as required.
• Identify, research, and assess potential targets for joint ventures, alliances, or partnerships.
• Prepare appropriate business cases and recommendations.
• Develop solutions and consult to sell.
• Demonstrate strong commercial and business acumen.
• Understand the interplay between contracts, operations, and commercial outcomes.
• Leverage broad-based development experience in services, outsourcing, and consulting.
• Achieve results using team-driven philosophies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (BA) or equivalent; MBA preferred.
• 8 - 12 years in progressively more responsible positions in financial/accounting/new business/M&A environment.
• Broad knowledge and experience in financial and fiscal project planning in the heavy industrial industry.
• Knowledge of corporate policies and compliance.
• Demonstrated prior success in achieving results using team-driven philosophies.
• Proficiency in supporting corporate interests from remote site locations.
• Strong communication and positive people skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) matching