What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President Business Development - Outdoor Sporting Goods position at Highline Outdoor Group?
Ready to Transform the Future of Outdoor Retail?
Are you a visionary leader who lives and breathes the outdoor industry? Do you have the strategic mindset to revolutionize how premium gear reaches passionate outdoor enthusiasts? We're not just filling a position we're searching for a transformative leader in the outdoor and sporting goods space.
We are searching for a Vice President of Business Development and Outdoor & Sporting Goods to drive strategy, partnerships, and drive sales across specialty outdoor retailers, sporting goods brands, and wholesale distribution channels.
This role is ideal for a sales and business development executive with deep experience in outdoor industry brands, active lifestyle retail, and premium product sales. The right candidate will leverage key account management and wholesale distribution expertise to scale the brand across new retail partnerships.
We create premium, high performance bags and accessories designed for modern, active lifestyles. Unlike traditional brands that either prioritize luxury or engineer down to a price, we deliver cutting edge design, durability, and innovation at an accessible price.
LOCATION
Remote / Corporate Headquarters: NYC
Key Responsibilities
- Drive Growth in Key Retailers: Develop and execute business development strategies to expand our brand presence in outdoor industry retailers, sporting goods brands, and specialty retail channels. Leverage key account management, wholesale distribution, and strategic partnerships to drive growth in outdoor and active lifestyle markets.
- Lead & Innovate: Identify new market opportunities, forge strategic partnerships, and develop tailored go to market strategies for sustained success.
- Own Your Success: Take responsibility for revenue generation and brand expansion in high potential retail and distribution segments.
- Collaborate & Inspire: Work alongside a team of driven, passionate professionals committed to growing the brand within key industry segments.
What We're Looking For
- Proven track record of success in business development in outdoor, sporting goods, or active lifestyle industries.
- Deep understanding of Premium Product positioning and specialty retail sales strategies.
- Strong experience developing and managing key accounts and distributors in the specialty outdoor and sporting goods channel.
- Exceptional relationship building and leadership skills.
- Passion and an authentic connection to the industry and its unique product category ecosystems.
If you're a results driven leader in outdoor industry sales, business development, or specialty retail, we want to hear from you.
Email your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your expertise to careers@highlineoutdoor.com with the subject line: VP, Outdoor & Sporting Goods
We look forward to hearing from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $160,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
- Yearly bonus
Location:
- Denver, CO (Denver County) (Required)
Work Location: Remote
Salary : $160,000 - $175,000
