Business Manager Jobs in Michigan
Business Manager jobs in Michigan are concentrated in Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor, where manufacturing, healthcare, and technology anchor consistent hiring across operational, financial, and general management specialties. Major employers with a lasting presence in the state include General Motors, Ford Motor Company, and Beaumont Health, each maintaining business manager roles at multiple levels. Demand is strongest in operations management, multi-site retail and service management, and healthcare administration. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Classification:
Exempt
Department: Sales
Location: Grandville
Position Type:
Full Time
Reports To: Director of Business Development
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
GENERAL SUMMARY
This position is primarily responsible for selling all company capabilities to prospective and established clients within a designated territory. Must be aware of job status throughout the entire production process by communicating with customer service and production teams.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Accountable for maintaining and expanding annual profitable sales to assigned customers. Finds prospective customers through referrals, customer and company generated leads and cold calls.
- Responsible for remaining current within the industry and obtaining new business through networking and product innovation.
- Maintains customer relations and customer satisfaction by establishing relationships with prospective and current customers.
- Meets with major customers on projects and work status. Communicates with GPC team if changes take place.
- Responsible for travelling to local and out-of-state major customers for meetings, presentations, and store visits. Occasionally travels to trade shows.
- Assesses customer’s plans regarding future print projects, budgets, internal office automation or in-house marketing plans, and business reviews. Updates sales manager monthly and develops additional contacts at each account to assure continuity and/or sales growth.
- Obtains customer specifications in complete detail and provides this information to the estimator for quote development. Specification changes will be provided to the estimator, as necessary, to update the quote, close the sale and accurately invoice.
- Identifies needs of customers and potential customers regarding printed materials. Educates himself/herself in all phases of customer’s business.
- Qualifies which types of work will fit in at the company and works with estimating to prepare quote for such jobs. Is aware of all company capabilities and printing press schedules. Communicates company agreements to customers and assists customers to interpret invoices.
- Gathers and provides market intelligence to ensure the company provides competitive pricing, excellent customer service, quality products, and on-time shipping to obtain repeat business.
- Attends scheduled sales meetings and daily production meetings when in the office. Responsible for communicating daily with customer service regarding jobs in progress.
- Uses company sample products and shows prospective customers samples of our work which are of equal or better quality than the customer is currently having printed elsewhere.
- Informs customer service representatives of customer problems, changes, or new information, as necessary.
- Assists the customer in planning jobs by offering creative ideas on design, layout, and binding.
- Accurately reports use of time, expenses, and reasons why quotations did not become live jobs.
- Performs other duties as requested.
JOB SKILLS & EXPECTATIONS
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong Organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize projects and tasks
- Knowledge of the printing industry and new printing technology
- Strong attention to detail
- Basic computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
- Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills
- Excellent rapport building skills
- Strong time management skills
- Basic mathematical skills
- Ability to problem solve and work with varied groups of people, including but not limited to production teams through management and executive level leadership
- Excellent sales and negotiation skills
- Travel to outside to current or prospective customers is required
- Knowledge of web offset, digital, and sheetfed printing is preferred
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE REQUIRED
- None
EXPERIENCE OR TRAINING REQUIRED OR PREFERRED
- Minimum 2 years of experience in sales, customer service, or related field is required
- 5+ years of experience in the printing industry or equivalent is preferred
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field is preferred
Classification:
Exempt
Department: Sales
Location: Grandville
Position Type:
Full Time
Reports To: Director of Business Development
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
GENERAL SUMMARY
This position is primarily responsible for selling all company capabilities to prospective and established clients within a designated territory. Must be aware of job status throughout the entire production process by communicating with customer service and production teams.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Accountable for maintaining and expanding annual profitable sales to assigned customers. Finds prospective customers through referrals, customer and company generated leads and cold calls.
- Responsible for remaining current within the industry and obtaining new business through networking and product innovation.
- Maintains customer relations and customer satisfaction by establishing relationships with prospective and current customers.
- Meets with major customers on projects and work status. Communicates with GPC team if changes take place.
- Responsible for travelling to local and out-of-state major customers for meetings, presentations, and store visits. Occasionally travels to trade shows.
- Assesses customer’s plans regarding future print projects, budgets, internal office automation or in-house marketing plans, and business reviews. Updates sales manager monthly and develops additional contacts at each account to assure continuity and/or sales growth.
- Obtains customer specifications in complete detail and provides this information to the estimator for quote development. Specification changes will be provided to the estimator, as necessary, to update the quote, close the sale and accurately invoice.
- Identifies needs of customers and potential customers regarding printed materials. Educates himself/herself in all phases of customer’s business.
- Qualifies which types of work will fit in at the company and works with estimating to prepare quote for such jobs. Is aware of all company capabilities and printing press schedules. Communicates company agreements to customers and assists customers to interpret invoices.
- Gathers and provides market intelligence to ensure the company provides competitive pricing, excellent customer service, quality products, and on-time shipping to obtain repeat business.
- Attends scheduled sales meetings and daily production meetings when in the office. Responsible for communicating daily with customer service regarding jobs in progress.
- Uses company sample products and shows prospective customers samples of our work which are of equal or better quality than the customer is currently having printed elsewhere.
- Informs customer service representatives of customer problems, changes, or new information, as necessary.
- Assists the customer in planning jobs by offering creative ideas on design, layout, and binding.
- Accurately reports use of time, expenses, and reasons why quotations did not become live jobs.
- Performs other duties as requested.
JOB SKILLS & EXPECTATIONS
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong Organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize projects and tasks
- Knowledge of the printing industry and new printing technology
- Strong attention to detail
- Basic computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
- Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills
- Excellent rapport building skills
- Strong time management skills
- Basic mathematical skills
- Ability to problem solve and work with varied groups of people, including but not limited to production teams through management and executive level leadership
- Excellent sales and negotiation skills
- Travel to outside to current or prospective customers is required
- Knowledge of web offset, digital, and sheetfed printing is preferred
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE REQUIRED
- None
EXPERIENCE OR TRAINING REQUIRED OR PREFERRED
- Minimum 2 years of experience in sales, customer service, or related field is required
- 5+ years of experience in the printing industry or equivalent is preferred
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field is preferred
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- Technology & Software
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in business manager jobs across Michigan.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a closely related field
- Five or more years of progressive management experience in an operations or business setting
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, forecasts, and financial performance reporting
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and developing direct reports toward performance goals
- Proficiency with enterprise resource planning or CRM software used in Michigan industries
- Strong communication skills and experience presenting to senior leadership or ownership groups
Business Manager Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a business manager in Michigan?
Most business manager roles in Michigan require a bachelor's degree in business administration, management, finance, or a related field, followed by several years in a supervisory or operational role. Michigan does not require a state-issued license to work as a business manager in most industries. Candidates who pursue an MBA or earn certifications such as the Project Management Professional credential often move into management roles faster, particularly at Michigan's large manufacturing and healthcare employers.
Which companies hire business managers in Michigan?
Michigan business manager roles are posted by Molex, JPMorganChase, and UPS and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Michigan's mix of automotive manufacturing headquarters, regional hospital networks, and growing technology firms creates consistent demand for business managers with operational and financial oversight experience.
Which Michigan cities have the most business manager jobs?
Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Novi have the most business manager openings in Michigan. Detroit and its suburbs drive the largest share of postings through the automotive, financial services, and healthcare sectors, while Grand Rapids draws openings from its strong manufacturing base and growing professional services market, and Ann Arbor's university and tech-oriented economy generates steady demand for business managers in research, healthcare, and early-stage companies.
Are there remote business manager jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical roles, since business managers frequently oversee on-site teams, facilities, or operations that require a physical presence. About 61% of business manager openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with hybrid arrangements more typical than fully remote. The tasks most often done remotely include financial reporting, vendor negotiations, and strategic planning work.
How can I get hired as a business manager in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a coordinator, team lead, or department supervisor role at a large Michigan employer, then building toward a management title internally. Retailers with a significant Michigan footprint, regional hospital networks, and automotive suppliers regularly hire operations associates and management trainees without extensive prior experience. Earning an MBA from a Michigan university or completing a rotational management development program, which automotive companies and large health systems often run, gives candidates a clear edge without years of prior management experience.
Where can I find and apply to business manager jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to business manager jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your experience level, industry background, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No profile creation is required to view or apply to listings on the platform.
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