Job Description

Business Development Analyst – Merakey

Join Merakey's business development team in a pivotal role supporting growth and expansion opportunities across the organization. The Business Development Analyst will drive market research, lead generation, and acquisition support while coordinating projects and collaborating cross-functionally to advance strategic initiatives.

This is a remote position available for candidates residing in PA, DE, MD, NJ, OH, FL, TX, and VA.

Salary Range: $55,000-$64,000

Position details:

The Business Development Analyst will serve as a crucial member of our business development team by playing a pivotal role in supporting growth and expansion opportunities for Merakey. The ideal candidate will possess excellent oral and written communication skills, a strong understanding of business development principles and project coordination skills, and a proactive approach to identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform growth strategies
• Generate leads and build a pipeline of prospective opportunities
• Support acquisition activities, including documentation, procurement tracking, and compliance
• Represent Merakey at industry events and networking opportunities
• Coordinate business development projects from inception through completion
• Maintain pipeline trackers, run reports, and provide insights to leadership
• Assist with RFP responses, grant proposals, and other procurement activities

What We're Looking For:

• Background in business development, sales, acquisitions, or project management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders
• Strategic, results-oriented mindset with solid problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software (e.g., Salesforce)
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel occasionally for meetings, conferences, and events

Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Analytics, or a related field required.
• Proven experience in business development, sales, acquisitions, project management, and/or a related role required.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Strong understanding of business development principles and practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a results-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software (e.g., Salesforce).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to travel occasionally for in-person meetings, conferences, and industry events.