Business Development Manager Jobs in California

Bilingual English & Mandarin Chinese Required

Location: Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas
Job Type: Full-Time
Base Salary: $150,000–$160,000/year + Performance Bonus

About the Role

We are a fast-growing company in the automotive and professional services space, currently expanding our presence throughout California.

We are looking for a highly motivated and results-driven Business Development Manager to lead our market expansion, starting in Los Angeles.

This is a relationship-focused role for someone who is confident meeting new people, developing business partnerships, identifying opportunities, and turning conversations into long-term relationships.

The role will initially be hands-on as we continue building the Los Angeles market, with significant opportunity to grow into a leadership position and eventually build and manage a larger Business Development team as the company expands.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow new business relationships throughout the Los Angeles market
• Identify and pursue new partnership and business development opportunities
• Conduct in-person outreach, meetings, presentations, and follow-ups
• Build long-term relationships with business owners and industry partners
• Manage and grow an active business development pipeline
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows
• Travel to other California markets as needed to support expansion
• Help develop scalable business development strategies and processes
• As the market grows, assist with recruiting, training, and managing additional Business Development team members

Qualifications

• Professional fluency in both Mandarin Chinese and English required
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Previous experience in business development, partnerships, outside sales, account management, or a similar client-facing role
• Highly results-driven with a strong sense of ownership
• Comfortable initiating conversations and building relationships from the ground up
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Strong follow-up and organizational skills
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Comfortable with regular local travel throughout Los Angeles and occasional travel throughout California

Experience in automotive, insurance, professional services, B2B sales, or other relationship-driven industries is a plus, but not required.

Training will be provided.

Growth Opportunity

This role is designed for someone looking for more than an individual contributor sales position.

As our California operations expand, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility, help develop new markets, and eventually build and lead a Business Development team.

We are looking for someone who wants to grow with the company and play a meaningful role in shaping our California expansion.

Compensation & Benefits

• $150,000–$160,000 annual base salary
• Additional performance-based bonus
• 401(k) with up to 3% employer match
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Strong long-term growth and leadership opportunities
• OPT support and H-1B sponsorship may be available for qualified candidates

Pay: $150,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: On the road