Business Development Jobs in Ohio

Business Development jobs in Ohio are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in professional services, healthcare, manufacturing, and technology sectors and openings ranging from entry-level account management to senior director roles. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor the market, with employers like Nationwide, KeyBank, and Procter & Gamble maintaining consistent business development hiring across the state. The most sought-after specialties include B2B sales strategy, partnership development, and enterprise account growth. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles114+
Top employerUPS
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring37
Work type47% On-site
Top industryLaw

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Business Development Associate/B2B Sales
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Business Development Associate/B2B Sales
WellNow Urgent Care
Akron, Ohio
Account Management
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
$48k - $60k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Business Development Specialist
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Business Development Specialist
Tigerpoly Manufacturing - Grove City
Grove City, Ohio
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$65k - $80k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in business

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Business Development Manager
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Business Development Manager
Supply Technologies
Cleveland, Ohio
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
Bachelor's degree

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Business Development Representative
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Business Development Representative
OneThirtyFive
Cleveland, Ohio
Customer Success
Inside Sales
Sales
$40k - $65k/yr
On-Site
11-50

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Business Development Manager
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Business Development Manager
Skilled Wound Care
Dayton, Ohio
Business Strategy
Data Analytics
Data Science
$100k - $120k/yr
Bachelor's degree

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Business Development Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dayton
5 jobs
Akron
3 jobs
Westerville
3 jobs
Stow
2 jobs
Dublin
2 jobs
Mentor
2 jobs

Business Development Job Market in Ohio

A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

UPS2 open roles
Cintas2 open roles
Kids Thrive2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Law & Legal Services

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in business development jobs across Ohio.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field required by most Ohio employers
  • Proven experience generating leads and closing new business accounts in Ohio markets
  • Strong CRM proficiency, particularly with Salesforce or HubSpot, for pipeline management
  • Ability to build and present proposals to mid-market and enterprise clients across Ohio
  • Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed revenue and growth targets in a B2B environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills suited for client-facing Ohio roles

Business Development Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a business development professional in Ohio?

Most Ohio employers require at minimum a bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, or a related discipline, followed by experience in sales or account management. Ohio does not issue a state license specifically for business development roles, so candidates build their qualifications through relevant work history, industry certifications such as the Certified Professional Sales Person credential, and a demonstrated record of revenue growth in their target sector.

Which companies hire business development professionals in Ohio?

Companies currently hiring business developments in Ohio include UPS, Cintas, and Kids Thrive, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's mix of Fortune 500 headquarters, regional financial institutions, and large healthcare networks creates consistent demand for business development talent well beyond seasonal cycles.

Which Ohio cities have the most business development jobs?

Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland lead Ohio for business development openings. Columbus drives the largest share of postings through its concentration of insurance, financial services, and technology headquarters, while Cleveland's manufacturing and healthcare corridors and Cincinnati's consumer goods and logistics companies contribute substantial hiring volume across all experience levels.

Are there remote business development jobs in Ohio?

Yes, and more than many fields, because business development work is fundamentally relationship-driven and communication-based rather than tied to a physical site. About 53% of business development openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how readily the role translates to virtual selling environments. Prospecting, proposal development, and account management are the functions most frequently offered remotely.

How can I get hired as a business development professional in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a sales development representative or inside sales role, which large Ohio employers across Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati routinely use as a pipeline into business development. Companies like Progressive, Nationwide, and Cardinal Health run structured onboarding programs that train candidates without direct BD experience. A relevant degree, completion of a recognized sales certification, or a portfolio of internship-based prospecting work gives candidates a clear edge when applying to these associate-level openings.

Where can I find and apply to business development jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to business development jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and target sector, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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