Business Development Associate

Job Summary

To support a growing Corporate Development team, the full-time Business Development Associate will engage in lead generation, outreach, and pipeline management while working in a hybrid environment based in Columbia, MO.

Key responsibilities

• Build and maintain a curated list of target companies and conduct market research to identify acquisition opportunities
• Execute personalized outreach campaigns and manage follow-ups using CRM tools
• Coordinate meetings and maintain accurate records of the pipeline, ensuring a consistent flow of qualified opportunities

Required qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in business development or a related field
• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or economics; relevant experience may substitute for formal education
• Hands-on experience with CRM platforms, preferably HubSpot
• Demonstrated ability to conduct market research and synthesize findings
• Self-starter mentality with the ability to manage outreach processes independently