MERGE

marketing and technology agency

SVP,BusinessDevelopment

$200–215k Chicago, Illinois, United States Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“SVP, Business Development at MERGE. Skills: Business Development, Sales, Client Acquisition. Identify, target, and close enterprise accounts. Conduct discovery and pitch presentations to C-suite”

What You'll Achieve.

Drive enterprise growth; Shape the future of wellness and lifestyle brands

Industry & Context.

marketing and technology agency
Eligibility Requirements

Must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

12+ years in senior business development or agency growth roles, deep roots in Health & Wellness or Life Sciences, True Hunter mentality, Proven track record of using CRM and data to drive predictable growth, Ability to command a room and mentor junior pursuit teams

What You'll Do.

and close enterprise accounts

Conduct discovery and pitch presentations to C-suite

Implement and maintain a disciplined sales process

Manage lead-to-close lifecycle

Act as subject matter expert in health and wellness trends

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner closely with additional stakeholders; Bridge the gap between sales promise and delivery team reality

Communication Scope

Articulating MERGE’s value proposition with clarity and confidence

Full Job Description

At MERGE, we are Built Different. We are a marketing and technology agency purpose-built for the intersection of health and wellness—where human impact matters most. By weaving storytelling through technology, we move beyond traditional engagement to Whole Human Marketing. This approach recognizes that humans are multidimensional and complex, and uses AI to ensure every brand interaction feels natural, contextual, and relevant. This commitment to human-first innovation is what brings us together and propels us forward. We are united by our North Star: to unite people and brands to empower healthier, happier lives. Emerge to the Top of Your Career At MERGE, we strive to create a superior work experience where talented and ambitious people grow. An experience that encourages people to think higher and feel deeper. An experience where people engage their minds and hearts to do the best work of their careers. As our SVP, Business Development (Wellness and Lifestyle), you will… Be the powerhouse "hunter" who architects high-value partnerships at the intersection of technology and marketing. MERGE is looking for a sophisticated, growth-minded leader with a deep passion for the health and wellness space and the operational discipline required to scale a world-class sales engine. In this role, you aren’t just selling services; you are leading the charge in acquiring new flagship clients, navigating complex executive-level conversations, and instilling a culture of rigorous pipeline development. If you are ready to drive enterprise growth and shape the future of wellness and lifestyle brands, this is your next move. What you’ll do: New Business Acquisition: Identify, target, and close high-value enterprise accounts within the growing health, wellness, and lifestyle industries Executive Presence: Conduct high-stakes discovery and pitch presentations to C-suite stakeholders, articulating MERGE’s value proposition with clarity and confidence Pipeline Rigor: Implement and mainta

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