Business Development Manager (Retail or Ecommerce)
5+ years
United States
Contract
Remote
1 month ago
About the role
Job Title: Business Development Manager (Retail or E-commerce)
Position Type: Contract (6 Months)
Salary Rate: $29/hr to $30/hr (USD) + Commission
Location based on Category:
Collectibles: Los Angeles, CA; Dallas, TX; Chicago, IL; Miami, FL; New York, NY; Las Vegas, NV
Fashion: New York, NY; Los Angeles, CA
Multi-category: New Jersey; Miami, FL; Los Angeles, CA
Others: Texas; Los Angeles, CA
Job Description:
The commerce industry has experienced tremendous growth in recent years and continues to be one of the most competitive and fast-evolving spaces in the digital ecosystem. This role focuses on driving seller acquisition and onboarding efforts within the Collectibles, Luxury Resale, Art & Nature category for a rapidly growing livestream e-commerce platform.
The Business Development Manager will identify, engage, and onboard high-potential sellers while helping merchants successfully launch and scale through livestream commerce initiatives. This position requires strong relationship-building skills, marketplace knowledge, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
Responsibilities:
• Identify, engage, and onboard high-potential sellers through phone calls, email outreach, video conferencing, and other communication channels
• Build and manage a pipeline of qualified prospects based on opportunity size, platform readiness, and live-commerce execution capabilities
• Develop a strong understanding of the collectibles, luxury resale, art, and nature marketplace segments to effectively position platform solutions
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal category, onboarding, and operations teams to drive seller acquisition and integration success
• Support onboarding processes and coordinate resources to optimize onboarding speed and seller experience
• Assist newly onboarded merchants with initial livestream commerce operations and launch activities
• Track outreach efforts, onboarding progress, and seller performance metrics to support business growth objectives
• Maintain strong relationships with merchants and provide ongoing support during early-stage platform adoption
Requirements:
• 2+ years of experience in business development, vendor acquisition, account management, marketplace partnerships, or e-commerce platforms
• Experience engaging and influencing stakeholders to drive business development and onboarding outcomes
• Familiarity with seller onboarding processes, marketplace ecosystems, and e-commerce best practices
• Experience working with collectibles, luxury goods resellers, art-focused merchants, or commodity-based sellers is a plus
• Experience supporting livestream commerce, social commerce, or digital marketplace platforms preferred
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, rapidly changing environments with minimal supervision
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills required, as the successful candidate will regularly communicate with merchants, cross-functional business teams, and external partners across North America
• Excellent collaboration and relationship management skills with the ability to drive initiatives forward across multiple teams
About Us:
Founded in 2009, IntelliPro is a global leader in talent acquisition and HR solutions. Our commitment to delivering unparalleled service to clients, fostering employee growth, and building enduring partnerships sets us apart. We continue leading global talent solutions with a dynamic presence in over 160 countries, including the USA, China, Canada, Singapore, Japan, Philippines, UK, India, Netherlands, and the EU.
IntelliPro, a global leader connecting individuals with rewarding employment opportunities, is dedicated to understanding your career aspirations. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, IntelliPro values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected group status. Moreover, our Inclusivity Commitment emphasizes embracing candidates of all abilities and ensures that our hiring and interview processes accommodate the needs of all applicants. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusivity at IntelliPro Group.
Compensation:
The pay offered to a successful candidate will be determined by various factors, including education, work experience, location, job responsibilities, certifications, and more. Additionally, IntelliPro provides a comprehensive benefits package, all subject to eligibility.
Position Type: Contract (6 Months)
Salary Rate: $29/hr to $30/hr (USD) + Commission
Location based on Category:
Collectibles: Los Angeles, CA; Dallas, TX; Chicago, IL; Miami, FL; New York, NY; Las Vegas, NV
Fashion: New York, NY; Los Angeles, CA
Multi-category: New Jersey; Miami, FL; Los Angeles, CA
Others: Texas; Los Angeles, CA
Job Description:
The commerce industry has experienced tremendous growth in recent years and continues to be one of the most competitive and fast-evolving spaces in the digital ecosystem. This role focuses on driving seller acquisition and onboarding efforts within the Collectibles, Luxury Resale, Art & Nature category for a rapidly growing livestream e-commerce platform.
The Business Development Manager will identify, engage, and onboard high-potential sellers while helping merchants successfully launch and scale through livestream commerce initiatives. This position requires strong relationship-building skills, marketplace knowledge, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
Responsibilities:
• Identify, engage, and onboard high-potential sellers through phone calls, email outreach, video conferencing, and other communication channels
• Build and manage a pipeline of qualified prospects based on opportunity size, platform readiness, and live-commerce execution capabilities
• Develop a strong understanding of the collectibles, luxury resale, art, and nature marketplace segments to effectively position platform solutions
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal category, onboarding, and operations teams to drive seller acquisition and integration success
• Support onboarding processes and coordinate resources to optimize onboarding speed and seller experience
• Assist newly onboarded merchants with initial livestream commerce operations and launch activities
• Track outreach efforts, onboarding progress, and seller performance metrics to support business growth objectives
• Maintain strong relationships with merchants and provide ongoing support during early-stage platform adoption
Requirements:
• 2+ years of experience in business development, vendor acquisition, account management, marketplace partnerships, or e-commerce platforms
• Experience engaging and influencing stakeholders to drive business development and onboarding outcomes
• Familiarity with seller onboarding processes, marketplace ecosystems, and e-commerce best practices
• Experience working with collectibles, luxury goods resellers, art-focused merchants, or commodity-based sellers is a plus
• Experience supporting livestream commerce, social commerce, or digital marketplace platforms preferred
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, rapidly changing environments with minimal supervision
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills required, as the successful candidate will regularly communicate with merchants, cross-functional business teams, and external partners across North America
• Excellent collaboration and relationship management skills with the ability to drive initiatives forward across multiple teams
About Us:
Founded in 2009, IntelliPro is a global leader in talent acquisition and HR solutions. Our commitment to delivering unparalleled service to clients, fostering employee growth, and building enduring partnerships sets us apart. We continue leading global talent solutions with a dynamic presence in over 160 countries, including the USA, China, Canada, Singapore, Japan, Philippines, UK, India, Netherlands, and the EU.
IntelliPro, a global leader connecting individuals with rewarding employment opportunities, is dedicated to understanding your career aspirations. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, IntelliPro values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected group status. Moreover, our Inclusivity Commitment emphasizes embracing candidates of all abilities and ensures that our hiring and interview processes accommodate the needs of all applicants. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusivity at IntelliPro Group.
Compensation:
The pay offered to a successful candidate will be determined by various factors, including education, work experience, location, job responsibilities, certifications, and more. Additionally, IntelliPro provides a comprehensive benefits package, all subject to eligibility.
Skills
Business Development