Business Development Jobs in Minnesota
Business Development jobs in Minnesota are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in enterprise software, medical devices, financial services, and professional services across the Twin Cities metro, Rochester, and Duluth. Major employers with lasting Minnesota presences include UnitedHealth Group, 3M, and Ecolab, which regularly hire business development professionals at levels from associate to senior director. The most sought-after specialties are SaaS sales, healthcare solutions, and strategic partnerships. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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METAL CRAFT, located in Elk River, MN is a precision machining company, and our company mission is to provide custom precision manufacturing and innovative services to medical, aviation, space, defense, and emerging high-tech industries.
The BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ACCOUNT MANAGER is a key driver of client success and business growth, serving as the trusted link between our company and our clients. In this role, you’ll build strong, lasting relationships, uncover new opportunities, and turn client needs into winning solutions. You’ll lead account strategies, develop thoughtful proposals, and deliver an exceptional client experience that strengthens partnerships and fuels growth.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but not limited to:
- Develop strong long-term client-business relationships for both new and existing customers.
- Manage all aspects of sales, service, and satisfaction for active, new, and potential customers
- Provide excellent customer service working in a team-oriented environment.
- Monitor and proactively improve customer satisfaction and product performance.
- Lead customer contract requirements flow down and order planning to ensure both company and customer needs are being met. Collaborate and facilitate cross functional team meetings with both internal and external customers.
- Develop New Product Development project plans and timelines. Lead cross functional team meetings to manage progress.
- Provide oversite to issue resolution of customer complaints.
- Prepare for and facilitate customer visits and assessments.
- Oversee customer daily business interactions
- Collaborate with estimating to establish pricing. Develop proposals and administer contracts.
- Assess project and customer profitability. Develop solutions to improve.
- 20% travel – customer visits, meetings, and tradeshows.
Maintain knowledge of current industry landscape including but not limited to:
- New opportunities with current industry trends
- Competition and customer news and announcements
- Industry contacts for business intelligence
- Customer or event presentations in PowerPoint
- Tradeshow mailings, promotions lead generation and follow up
- Internal communications. i.e. newsletters
- External communication i.e. community and media relations, public relations
- Other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree (business, marketing, engineering or operations preferred)
- 3-5 years sales or business development, customer service, or sales experience; Manufacturing experience, Project Management experience, Leadership experience recommended.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Adaptable to changing priorities and work schedules to meet customer services standards.
- Customer and quality focused.
- Excellent customer communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
- Exceptional interpersonal skills working with all levels and departments of the company to aid in providing superior customer service.
- Strong problem solving and decision-making skills. Ability to think and work independently.
- Working knowledge of ISO9001/AS9100 quality standards and government regulatory compliance requirements.
- Proficient in PC applications - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, MS projects, ERP business systems.
- Ability to manage multiple clients along with multiple small to large scale projects.
- Ability to read blueprints a plus.
CORE VALUES
- People – We can do it
- Innovation – We work together
- Service – We honor our word
- Quality – We do what’s right
Full-time, Salaried (Exempt) position
Benefits Eligible position (Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, profit sharing, holiday pay, PTO)
Metal Craft and Riverside are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
***Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time***
METAL CRAFT, located in Elk River, MN is a precision machining company, and our company mission is to provide custom precision manufacturing and innovative services to medical, aviation, space, defense, and emerging high-tech industries.
The BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ACCOUNT MANAGER is a key driver of client success and business growth, serving as the trusted link between our company and our clients. In this role, you’ll build strong, lasting relationships, uncover new opportunities, and turn client needs into winning solutions. You’ll lead account strategies, develop thoughtful proposals, and deliver an exceptional client experience that strengthens partnerships and fuels growth.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but not limited to:
- Develop strong long-term client-business relationships for both new and existing customers.
- Manage all aspects of sales, service, and satisfaction for active, new, and potential customers
- Provide excellent customer service working in a team-oriented environment.
- Monitor and proactively improve customer satisfaction and product performance.
- Lead customer contract requirements flow down and order planning to ensure both company and customer needs are being met. Collaborate and facilitate cross functional team meetings with both internal and external customers.
- Develop New Product Development project plans and timelines. Lead cross functional team meetings to manage progress.
- Provide oversite to issue resolution of customer complaints.
- Prepare for and facilitate customer visits and assessments.
- Oversee customer daily business interactions
- Collaborate with estimating to establish pricing. Develop proposals and administer contracts.
- Assess project and customer profitability. Develop solutions to improve.
- 20% travel – customer visits, meetings, and tradeshows.
Maintain knowledge of current industry landscape including but not limited to:
- New opportunities with current industry trends
- Competition and customer news and announcements
- Industry contacts for business intelligence
- Customer or event presentations in PowerPoint
- Tradeshow mailings, promotions lead generation and follow up
- Internal communications. i.e. newsletters
- External communication i.e. community and media relations, public relations
- Other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree (business, marketing, engineering or operations preferred)
- 3-5 years sales or business development, customer service, or sales experience; Manufacturing experience, Project Management experience, Leadership experience recommended.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Adaptable to changing priorities and work schedules to meet customer services standards.
- Customer and quality focused.
- Excellent customer communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
- Exceptional interpersonal skills working with all levels and departments of the company to aid in providing superior customer service.
- Strong problem solving and decision-making skills. Ability to think and work independently.
- Working knowledge of ISO9001/AS9100 quality standards and government regulatory compliance requirements.
- Proficient in PC applications - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, MS projects, ERP business systems.
- Ability to manage multiple clients along with multiple small to large scale projects.
- Ability to read blueprints a plus.
CORE VALUES
- People – We can do it
- Innovation – We work together
- Service – We honor our word
- Quality – We do what’s right
Full-time, Salaried (Exempt) position
Benefits Eligible position (Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, profit sharing, holiday pay, PTO)
Metal Craft and Riverside are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
***Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time***
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What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in business development jobs across Minnesota.
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field required
- Proven experience managing sales pipelines and closing new business accounts
- Strong knowledge of CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with enterprise or mid-market clients
- Experience developing proposals, pricing models, or go-to-market strategies
- Familiarity with Minnesota's healthcare, technology, or financial services industries
Business Development Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a business development professional in Minnesota?
Most business development roles in Minnesota require a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field, though some employers in healthcare and financial services prefer an MBA. There is no state-issued license specific to business development in Minnesota. Hiring managers typically look for candidates with demonstrated experience in sales or account management, proficiency with CRM tools, and familiarity with the industries dominant in the Twin Cities corridor.
Which companies hire business development professionals in Minnesota?
Employers hiring business developments in Minnesota right now include RBC, Molex, and Keenfinity, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Minnesota's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters and large healthcare and technology firms means openings appear at a variety of experience levels throughout the year.
Which Minnesota cities have the most business development jobs?
Minneapolis, Eden Prairie, and Minnesota have the most business development openings in Minnesota. The Twin Cities metro dominates because of the high density of corporate headquarters in sectors like healthcare, financial services, and enterprise technology, while Rochester's presence on the list reflects the outsized hiring footprint of major medical institutions and their supplier ecosystems there.
Are there remote business development jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, and more than many fields, since a significant portion of business development work involves phone and video outreach, digital prospecting, and virtual client meetings that do not require a fixed office. About 82% of business development openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how portable the role often is. Client-facing enterprise roles with heavy in-person relationship requirements are the least likely to be fully remote.
How can I get hired as a business development professional in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a sales development representative or inside sales role, where employers train candidates on prospecting and pipeline fundamentals before promoting into full business development positions. Large Minnesota employers in healthcare technology and financial services frequently hire associate-level candidates from nearby universities and community colleges. Building familiarity with a CRM tool and earning a vendor certification, such as a Salesforce associate credential, gives candidates a concrete edge when applying without direct experience.
Where can I find and apply to business development jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to business development jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current Minnesota openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly from the listing.
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