This role provides a wide range of support for MEP business development staff and external clients. Coordinates the planning and execution of business development activities, such as contract processing and oversight, course deliverables, and certificates. Serves as a participant in continuous improvement initiatives to maximize the effectiveness of department operational processes and communications. Serves as a liaison to multiple contacts internal and external to Purdue MEP. Extracts data, analyzes findings, generates reports, and distributes to internal and external stakeholders. The Business Development Project Manager will be expected to work with all levels of internal management and staff.

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Business Administration, Management, or a related field
• One or more years of experience
• Consideration will be given to an equivalent combination of required education and related work experience
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to handle frequent interruptions, balance multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality
• Strong organizational and team management skills and attention to detail
• Computer and related software skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc.
• Skilled in collaborating and communicating to build relationships with individuals at all levels within and external to the university to support department needs
• Skilled in interpreting policies and procedures to proactively resolve issues
• Ability to identify problems, generate ideas for improvement, and implement or recommend solutions
• Ability to use discretion and independent judgment to make sound decisions balancing facts, priorities, and possible outcomes
• Ability to use discretion regarding when to involve the senior leader or Executive, when to resolve issues independently or when to engage others

• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check is required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not eligible for overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
• Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

All university employees are afforded a generous benefits package, https://www.purdue.edu/hr/benewell/index.php, including medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement contributions. As part of Purdue University’s expansive employee benefit package, the University is proud to offer its employees the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance by offering a tuition remission opportunity at both Purdue University and Purdue Global.

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