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Driven to be the Best
People. Performance. Purpose.
At Avis Budget Group, we’re driven to be the best vehicle rental company in the world, together. Our 25,000 employees raise the bar every day, bringing different perspectives, taking ownership, and leading with integrity. We’re defining the future of mobility with safe, sustainable solutions that move people, businesses, and communities forward.
The Business Development Executive (BDE) is responsible for developing and growing profitable car rental and truck rental revenue in a defined geographic territory. The BDE will be responsible for maintaining and growing both a mid-market car and commercial truck portfolio, while also supporting the growth of the collective Avis Budget Group (ABG) small business commercial car portfolio. The BDE will develop sales strategies to prospect, acquire, and retain customers. They will also work with their region’s ABG Territory Performance and District Manager’s to help guide and direct Independent Operators and Truck Dealers to maximize their business through joint sales efforts.
What you’ll do:
- Develop a thorough knowledge of Avis, Budget and Budget Truck products and services
- Develop and implement effective sales and marketing strategies that maximize all sales opportunities
- Implement strategies to drive profitable revenue growth and market share
- Build and maintain effective referral relationships to maximize referral opportunities
- Deliver effective presentations including proposals to customers and business reviews to management
- Identify, respond and solve business issues for customers and provide win-win solutions that add value
- Coordinate the negotiation of rates and contract terms to solidify pending deals
- Close deals and effectively communicate the value of Avis, Budget and/or Budget Truck solutions and how they will meet the customer’s needs and business objectives
- Maintain account files, report documentation and proposals/bids using the Salesforce.com system
- Participate in tradeshows, chamber of commerce functions and other local events to strength the relationships of our brands in the marketplace
- Communicate regularly with Sales’ and Operations’ teams regarding marketing trends, customer concerns and effectiveness and best practices for sales strategies
Perks You’ll Get:
- Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
- Eligible to elect other voluntary benefits including: Group Auto Insurance, Group Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, FSA, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and additional life insurance coverages
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matched contributions
- Full training to learn the business and enhance professional skills
- Employee discounts, including discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program for services including counseling, financial and legal consultation, referrals for care service and more
- Access to a company vehicle
What We're Looking For:
- Ability to generate new and innovative ways to sell products and services
- Strong and effective skills in all areas of research, probing, prospecting, lead generation and negotiating to uncover new business opportunities, develop existing accounts and deliver results
- Ability to demonstrate ease and professionalism when meeting with clients
- Excellent business acumen and strong planning, organization and priority setting skills to leverage relationships, both internal and external
- Collaborative style and a team player with peers and senior leadership
- Must have a high degree of integrity, credibility, energy and enthusiasm
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- CRM, Outreach AI and ZoomInfo experience is preferred
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum of five (5) years successful outside sales/account management (utilizing direct sales techniques) required
The annual starting salary for this position is between $75,000 – $85,000 annually, plus uncapped commission, with a target of $110,000+ in your first year. Factors that may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Who We Are:
Here at Avis Budget Group, you will be joining a team of 25,000 driven people, performing with purpose. Together, we’re moving the future of transportation forward with our innovative, customer-focused solutions.
Our culture is performance driven, where we encourage and support each other to be at our best through leadership, training, tools, and rewards.
We are proud to make a positive difference to the lives of our colleagues, customers, and communities where we operate.
Avis Budget Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other category protected by applicable law.
This advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. This position may be with any affiliate of Avis Budget Group.
Driven to be the Best
People. Performance. Purpose.
At Avis Budget Group, we’re driven to be the best vehicle rental company in the world, together. Our 25,000 employees raise the bar every day, bringing different perspectives, taking ownership, and leading with integrity. We’re defining the future of mobility with safe, sustainable solutions that move people, businesses, and communities forward.
The Business Development Executive (BDE) is responsible for developing and growing profitable car rental and truck rental revenue in a defined geographic territory. The BDE will be responsible for maintaining and growing both a mid-market car and commercial truck portfolio, while also supporting the growth of the collective Avis Budget Group (ABG) small business commercial car portfolio. The BDE will develop sales strategies to prospect, acquire, and retain customers. They will also work with their region’s ABG Territory Performance and District Manager’s to help guide and direct Independent Operators and Truck Dealers to maximize their business through joint sales efforts.
What you’ll do:
- Develop a thorough knowledge of Avis, Budget and Budget Truck products and services
- Develop and implement effective sales and marketing strategies that maximize all sales opportunities
- Implement strategies to drive profitable revenue growth and market share
- Build and maintain effective referral relationships to maximize referral opportunities
- Deliver effective presentations including proposals to customers and business reviews to management
- Identify, respond and solve business issues for customers and provide win-win solutions that add value
- Coordinate the negotiation of rates and contract terms to solidify pending deals
- Close deals and effectively communicate the value of Avis, Budget and/or Budget Truck solutions and how they will meet the customer’s needs and business objectives
- Maintain account files, report documentation and proposals/bids using the Salesforce.com system
- Participate in tradeshows, chamber of commerce functions and other local events to strength the relationships of our brands in the marketplace
- Communicate regularly with Sales’ and Operations’ teams regarding marketing trends, customer concerns and effectiveness and best practices for sales strategies
Perks You’ll Get:
- Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
- Eligible to elect other voluntary benefits including: Group Auto Insurance, Group Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, FSA, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and additional life insurance coverages
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matched contributions
- Full training to learn the business and enhance professional skills
- Employee discounts, including discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program for services including counseling, financial and legal consultation, referrals for care service and more
- Access to a company vehicle
What We're Looking For:
- Ability to generate new and innovative ways to sell products and services
- Strong and effective skills in all areas of research, probing, prospecting, lead generation and negotiating to uncover new business opportunities, develop existing accounts and deliver results
- Ability to demonstrate ease and professionalism when meeting with clients
- Excellent business acumen and strong planning, organization and priority setting skills to leverage relationships, both internal and external
- Collaborative style and a team player with peers and senior leadership
- Must have a high degree of integrity, credibility, energy and enthusiasm
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- CRM, Outreach AI and ZoomInfo experience is preferred
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum of five (5) years successful outside sales/account management (utilizing direct sales techniques) required
The annual starting salary for this position is between $75,000 – $85,000 annually, plus uncapped commission, with a target of $110,000+ in your first year. Factors that may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Who We Are:
Here at Avis Budget Group, you will be joining a team of 25,000 driven people, performing with purpose. Together, we’re moving the future of transportation forward with our innovative, customer-focused solutions.
Our culture is performance driven, where we encourage and support each other to be at our best through leadership, training, tools, and rewards.
We are proud to make a positive difference to the lives of our colleagues, customers, and communities where we operate.
Avis Budget Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other category protected by applicable law.
This advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. This position may be with any affiliate of Avis Budget Group.
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Who's Hiring
- Grand Canyon Education38
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- Technology & Software39
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in development executive jobs.
- 7 or more years of experience in development, fundraising, or business development
- Demonstrated ability to manage and close six- or seven-figure deals or campaigns
- Experience presenting to boards, C-suite stakeholders, or major donors
- Proficiency with CRM platforms and pipeline reporting tools
- Bachelor's degree in business, communications, or a related field
- Established professional network within the relevant industry sector
Tips for Your Development Executive Job Search
Quantify your pipeline and deal outcomes
Development executives are hired on results, so your resume needs hard numbers: revenue generated, partnerships closed, or funds raised over a defined period. Vague phrases like 'drove growth' won't compete with candidates who cite specific outcomes in dollar terms.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists development executive openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Tailor your materials to the sector
Development executive means something different in a studio, a nonprofit, and a fintech company. Customize your resume and cover letter to reflect the specific revenue model of the organization you're targeting, whether that's donor cultivation, licensing deals, or new market entry.
Filter openings by budget authority level
Job postings for this title vary enormously in scope. Read each listing carefully for signals like team size, board interaction, or P&L responsibility before applying, so you're not pursuing roles that are either too junior or beyond your current level of authority.
Prepare a development philosophy statement
Interviewers for executive-level roles often open with strategic questions before discussing credentials. Having a clear, concise statement about how you approach relationship-building, pipeline management, or content selection helps you lead the conversation rather than just respond to it.
Negotiate scope before discussing compensation
In development executive roles, budget authority, team headcount, and reporting structure directly affect your leverage and long-term earnings. Clarify these details in the final interview round, before compensation talks begin, so you're negotiating from a full picture of the role.
Development Executive Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most development executives?
The companies hiring the most development executives right now include Grand Canyon Education, Gartner, and Macy's, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is particularly strong in media, nonprofit, and financial services organizations undergoing growth or strategic expansion.
How many development executive jobs are remote?
About 65% of development executive openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader trends toward flexible senior roles. Business development and content development functions tend to have the highest remote share, while positions requiring frequent donor events or in-person stakeholder meetings are more likely to require an on-site presence.
How do you become a development executive?
Most development executives build their way up through associate or coordinator roles in fundraising, sales, or content acquisition, then move into manager and director positions before reaching the executive level. Demonstrating ownership of a revenue line, a donor portfolio, or a content slate is what typically triggers promotion. Sector-specific credentials, an active professional network, and a clear record of closing high-value relationships accelerate the path considerably.
Can you get hired as a development executive with limited experience?
Breaking in without direct development experience is possible but requires a strong case for transferable skills. Candidates who have managed client relationships, led grant writing, or owned a sales territory can position those experiences as development-adjacent. Targeting smaller organizations, regional nonprofits, or early-stage companies where the title carries less hierarchy gives you a realistic entry point to build a formal development record.
What does the development executive interview process look like?
The process typically moves through an initial screening call with HR or a talent team, followed by a strategic interview with the hiring manager focused on your philosophy and past results, and then a final round with senior leadership or board members. Many employers ask for a presentation or proposal as part of the final stage, so be prepared to walk through how you would approach a specific development challenge relevant to their organization.
Where can I find and apply to development executive jobs?
You can find and apply to development executive jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and goals, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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