Job Description

When you join Verizon

You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life.

When you join Verizon...

At our core, we are dedicated to enriching lives by bridging the gap between individuals and premium wireless experiences that not only meet but exceed expectations in value and quality. We believe that everyone deserves access to seamless, reliable, and affordable wireless solutions that enhance their day-to-day lives, connecting them to what matters most. By joining our team, you'll play a pivotal role in this mission, working towards delivering innovative, customer-focused solutions that open up a world of possibilities. We're not just in the business of technology; we're in the business of connecting people, empowering them to explore, share, and engage with the world around them in ways they never thought possible.

Building on our commitment to connect people with quality experiences that offer the best value in wireless, let's delve deeper into how we strategically position our diverse portfolio to cater to a broad spectrum of needs and preferences. Our portfolio, comprising 11 distinct brands, is meticulously organized into five families, each designed to address specific market segments and distribution channels to maximize reach and impact.

• Total Wireless & Verizon Prepaid: At the forefront, we have Total Wireless and Verizon Prepaid, our flagship brands available at Verizon exclusive and/or national/retail stores.  Verizon Prepaid continues to maintain a robust and loyal consumer base, while Total Wireless is on a rapid ascent, capturing the hearts of more customers with its compelling offerings.

• Straight Talk, TracFone, and Walmart Family Mobile: Straight Talk, Tracfone, and Walmart Family Mobile stand as giants in our brand portfolio, boasting significant presence in Walmart. Their extensive reach and solidified position in the market underscore our commitment to accessible, high-quality wireless solutions across diverse retail environments.

• Visible: Visible, as a standalone brand family, caters to the digitally-savvy, single-line customers who prefer streamlined, online-first interactions. This brand is a testament to our adaptability, embracing the digital evolution of customer engagement.

• Simple Mobile: Carving out a niche of its own, Simple Mobile shines as the premier choice among authorized resellers. Its consistent recognition as the most carried brand in Wave7 Research’s prepaid dealer survey for 36 consecutive quarters speaks volumes about its popularity and reliability.

• SafeLink: SafeLink remains dedicated to serving customers through government subsidies. With a strategic pivot towards Lifeline in the absence of ACP, SafeLink continues to fulfill its mission of providing essential communication services to those in need.

Join the team that connects people with quality experiences that give them the best value in wireless.

In this role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days (in-office days are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday).

What you'll be doing...

We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Business Development Manager to lead our efforts in expanding service revenue, increasing wireless subscribers, and growing our retail distribution partner network. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and driving the overall growth of our wireless business. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, excellent relationship-building skills, and the ability to create compelling business cases focused on opportunities, return on investment, and organizational impact.

New Retailer Acquisition:

• Identify, evaluate, and secure new retail distribution partners to expand our market presence.

• Build strong, mutually beneficial relationships with key retail partners, ensuring long-term success.

• Actively seek opportunities in untapped or underserved markets to drive growth.

Service Revenue Growth:

• Develop and execute strategies to increase service revenue through new partnerships, product offerings, and promotions.

• Analyze market trends and consumer behavior to identify new revenue opportunities.

• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to optimize product offerings for different retail environments.

Wireless Subscriber Growth:

• Implement strategies to increase the acquisition and retention of wireless subscribers through new partnerships and initiatives.

• Develop compelling business cases to demonstrate the potential for growth in new markets and through new distribution partners.

• Monitor and report on subscriber growth, trends, and performance.

Business Case Development:

• Create comprehensive business cases for new opportunities, including market analysis, financial forecasts, ROI projections, and strategic impact assessments.

• Ensure that all business cases align with organizational goals and demonstrate clear value propositions for both internal stakeholders and external partners.

Collaboration with Internal Teams:

• Work closely with sales, marketing, product, and operations teams to align strategies and ensure successful execution of business development initiatives.

• Provide regular updates and insights to senior management on progress, challenges, and opportunities.

Market and Competitor Analysis:

• Continuously assess the competitive landscape and identify trends, challenges, and emerging opportunities.

• Use data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions and adapt to market changes.

Performance Tracking and Reporting:

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the success of business development initiatives.

• Report on the effectiveness of new partnerships, service revenue, and subscriber growth.

What we're looking for...

You'll need to have:

• Bachelor's degree or four or more years of experience.

• Six or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training.

• Experience with business development, sales and/or retail partnerships.

• Willingness to travel approximately up to 50% of the time.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.

• Minimum of 8 of experience in business development, sales, or retail partnerships, preferably in the wireless or telecommunications industry.

• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.

• Proven experience in identifying and building strategic partnerships.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to develop and present compelling business cases to senior stakeholders.

• A deep understanding of market dynamics and customer behavior in the wireless industry.

• Experience working cross-functionally with multiple departments to drive business outcomes.

• Willingness to travel as needed (approximately 50% of the time).

Desired Skills:

• Strategic thinking and strong problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Google Sheets/Docs and CRM tools.

In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and a minimum eight assigned office days per month that will be set by your manager.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.

Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefits, short term incentives, 401(k) Savings Plan, stock incentive programs, paid time off, parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances. If you are hired into a California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Nevada, New York, Rhode Island, Washington or Washington, D.C. work location, the compensation range for this position is between $109,000.00 and $202,000.00 annually based on a full-time schedule. The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.