Job Description
Director of Business Development
Location: Semi-remote, based in San Diego or Orange County, CA (nationwide responsibility)
Company: Creative Mines
About Creative Mines
Creative Mines is a manufacturer of high-design masonry veneer products. Our brand is well positioned as the premier offering in masonry stone and brick veneer with a unique balance of handcrafted authenticity and technical superiority. Now, we’re ready to write the next chapter of our growth story.
The Role
We’re looking for a Director of Business Development to lead new growth initiatives and shape our national sales strategy. This role is built for a seasoned, entrepreneurial sales professional who thrives on uncovering opportunities, creating partnerships, and positioning premium products in the design and building space. This is not account maintenance, it’s a hunter role with the chance to drive new business and make a big impact within a growing and dynamic company.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategies to expand Creative Mines into new markets and channels.
- Build and nurture relationships with a variety of customer constituencies, including distribution partners, commercial developers, larger masonry installers, and design influencers.
- Create unique partnerships that elevate our brand in the architectural and design community, including sourcing and introducing OEM product categories that strengthen differentiation.
- Drive specification opportunities, positioning Creative Mines as the material partner of choice for high-end projects.
- Collaborate with the executive leadership team on product line expansion and market positioning.
- Represent Creative Mines as an industry leader, presenting a professional brand with authenticity and respect for meaningful customer relationships.
- Build and manage a nationwide pipeline with measurable growth and conversion goals.
Who You Are
- A hunter - not a gatherer, energized by opening new doors and closing big opportunities.
- 10+ years of business development or sales leadership in the home/building industry.
- Deep familiarity with high-end, non-commodity building materials (stone, tile, brick, appliances, interior finishes, design products, etc.).
- Proven track record of expanding markets, creating partnerships, and driving new channel growth.
- A strategic thinker who executes with creativity, urgency, and discipline, with a strong sense of curiosity.
- Entrepreneurial, self-motivated, and comfortable in a semi-remote, national role.
- Highly results-driven!
Compensation
- Base Salary: $120k - $140k based on experience and qualification
- Variable Comp: $30k - $50k target contingent on sales results to goal
Standard Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (MBA preferred but not required).
- Technology: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, PowerBI) and CRM systems (Dynamics, Salesforce, or similar).
- Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Travel: Willingness to travel nationally (25%+).
Why Join Creative Mines
At Creative Mines, you’ll be part of an experienced executive team rewriting what’s possible in the high-design masonry industry. This is your chance to help shape a unique brand and company culture from the inside out and have your fingerprints on its growth story.