Business Development Manager

The Business Development Manager generates measurable growth in assigned strategic geographic areas and/or service lines, commercial or ancillary services enabling exceptional service and care at an affordable price to healthcare consumers in our geographic (and virtual) footprint.

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare or business administration or advanced equivalent certification required, with commensurate experience in lieu of the degree acceptable.
• Master's in Health Services Administration, MBA or related advanced degree preferred.

• 7-10 years sales experience, with a strong track record of delivering results at (or above) plan.
• Experience in analyzing and interpreting complex data and information in a planning and decision-making process.
• Health system strategic planning & or business development experience, or pharmaceutical sales experience preferred.

• Confirmed sales/business development experience.
• Ability to understand and articulate Mercy Mission, Vision and Integrated Marketing branding, strategy and policy.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills (written and oral).
• Ability to effectively interact with a wide range of external audiences & organizational levels, including hospital and clinic presidents.
• Comfort with daily CRM/PRM usage; as a pipeline and activity management/prioritization tool.
• Strong relationship‑building skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Ability to create constructive tension.
• Superior analytical and problem‑solving skills, financial background a plus.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Strong conceptual thinking skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑energy environment.
• Knowledge of financial, accounting, and budgeting activities and analysis.
• Possess high degree of integrity and moral character.

Ability to focus on desired outcomes and prepares specific business development and/or operational plans to achieve the same.

Ability to make effective presentations to a variety of constituents, including physicians, board members, facility leadership, hospital leadership, group and company operations leadership.

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits – including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.