Global Business Development Manager - CVT, Mobility

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Date: Sep 10, 2025

Location: Rochester Hills, MI, US, 48309

Company: Gates Corporation

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

 

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

 

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, analytical, forward-thinking, open-minded, and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Rochester Hills, MI office, we are seeking a Global CVT Business Development Manager for Powersports and Scooters, you will take charge of overseeing and driving the strategic direction for the CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) business across multiple global markets. This role requires a dynamic leader who can work closely with key internal teams—including Product Development, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), and Gates AR teams—while also engaging directly with global Business Development teams and customers.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Global CVT Strategy Development: Lead the creation and execution of the global CVT strategy for both Original Equipment (OE) / Original Equipment Service (OES) and Aftermarket Replacement (AR) channels, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market demands.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Product Development and PLM teams to coordinate market trends, customer needs, and go-to-market strategies, ensuring seamless alignment with global testing, production, and supply chain activities.
  • Global Business Management: Manage and refine the global strategy for the CVT business, with a specific focus on expanding and strengthening relationships with large, international CVT customers.
  • Support for Global Race Teams & Sponsorships: Provide support for global race teams and sponsorships specifically tailored to the CVT product line, fostering brand visibility and product performance in high-profile environments.
  • Market Intelligence & Coordination: Monitor and analyze market trends, customer requirements, and competitive landscapes across various regions to proactively identify business opportunities, market needs, and areas for growth.
  • Customer Relationship Management: Maintain and grow relationships with global customers, working to understand their needs and ensuring that product offerings are aligned with customer expectations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • None.

Requirements and Preferred Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Engineering Technology or Business (MBA preferred).
  • Minimum of 10 years of professional experience with at least 5 years business development.
  • Proven experience in business management, particularly in overseeing global product portfolios and customer relationships within the Powersports or Scooters industry.
  • Strong background in CVT technology or automotive parts, ideally in both OE/OES and AR markets.
  • Strategic thinking with the ability to manage cross-functional teams, drive collaboration, and influence key stakeholders across the organization.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with senior leadership, global teams, and customers.
  • Experience in managing global strategies, especially in large, diverse international markets.
  • Highly organized with a strategic and data-driven approach.
  • Adaptable and proactive in addressing global business challenges.
  • Collaborative team player, able to influence and drive action at all levels of the organization.
  • ability to travel up to 40% both domestic and international. 
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Pay & Benefits

  • Full-Time
  • Salary Range: $115,000 - $125,000
  • Relocation is not provided
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
  • Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
  • 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
  • Tuition Reimbursement

 

Why Gates?

 

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

 

Work Environment 

 

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  

 

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.


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