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Commercial Strategy Manager Jobs in Rochester, NY

Customer Experience Manager

Rochester, NY · On-site

$117.71 - $150/hr

The Role The Manager, Customer Engagement owns the strategy and execution of integrated customer ... This role serves as a key link between commercial strategy and customer experience, leading end-to ...

The Role The Manager, Customer Engagement owns the strategy and execution of integrated customer ... This role serves as a key link between commercial strategy and customer experience, leading end-to ...

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How much do commercial strategy manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for commercial strategy manager in Rochester, NY is $64,429.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,500.00 and $83,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Commercial Strategy Manager vs Business Development Manager?

AspectCommercial Strategy ManagerBusiness Development Manager
Primary FocusDeveloping and implementing commercial strategies to maximize revenue and market shareIdentifying and pursuing new business opportunities and partnerships
Required SkillsStrategic planning, market analysis, financial modelingSales, negotiation, relationship building
Work EnvironmentCross-functional teams, corporate strategy departmentsSales teams, client-facing roles
Common Industry UsageCorporate, manufacturing, retailTech, consulting, sales-driven industries

The Commercial Strategy Manager focuses on shaping overall commercial plans to enhance profitability, while the Business Development Manager concentrates on expanding the company's client base and revenue through new opportunities. Both roles require strategic thinking and market understanding but differ in their core objectives and daily activities.

What does a commercial strategy manager do?

A commercial strategy manager develops and implements plans to increase a company's revenue and market share by analyzing market trends, customer needs, and competitive positioning. They collaborate with sales, marketing, and product teams to align business objectives and often use data analysis tools to inform decision-making. Strong strategic thinking, communication skills, and industry knowledge are essential for success in this role.

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Infographic showing various Commercial Strategy Manager job openings in Rochester, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,400 per year, or $31 per hour.

Commercial Manager

Magnetic Technologies Corporation

Rochester, NY • On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago


Job description

Why Join Arnold?

Arnold Magnetic Technologies is a global leader in high-performance magnetic materials and precision magnetic assemblies. Our products are mission-critical to applications across aerospace, defense, energy, medical, and automotive markets. You’ll be joining a team that is enabling innovation in electric propulsion, defense electronics, and advanced weapon systems through cutting-edge magnetic technology.

Job Summary:

The Commercial Manager is responsible for driving revenue growth and profitability within the Precision Thin Metals and Alnico product lines by combining deep commercial & technical expertise with strategic commercial leadership. This role serves as a key liaison between engineering, operations, and customers to deliver high-value technical solutions and expand market share in critical industries such as aerospace, defense, energy, medical, and industrial applications.

The position leads customer engagement, technical sales strategy, and commercial negotiations while ensuring alignment with product capabilities, manufacturing processes, and long-term business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Leadership

  • Develop and execute commercial strategy for Precision Thin Metals and Alnico products.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities, key accounts, and strategic markets.
  • Manage customer relationships from technical evaluation through commercial negotiation and contract closure.
  • Drive revenue growth, margin improvement, and market penetration via sound product management.

Technical Sales & Application Support

  • Serve as the primary technical-commercial interface between customers and internal engineering teams.
  • Support customers with material selection, application engineering, and product performance optimization.
  • Provide expertise in precision strip and foil, magnetic materials, precision strip processing, and Alnico magnet applications.
  • Provide solution selling and support for Precision Thin Metals alloys including Titanium, Stainless Steel, Nickel Alloys, Nickel Iron, Magnetic & Cobalt alloy, NGOES.


Strategic Account Management

  • Manage and grow key strategic accounts across aerospace, defense, energy, electronics, and industrial sectors.
  • Lead complex technical sales cycles and multi-stakeholder engagements.
  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, and long-term supply agreements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with R&D, product management, engineering, and operations to align commercial strategy with product capabilities.
  • Support product development initiatives based on customer needs and market trends.
  • Coordinate with supply chain and manufacturing to ensure feasibility, capacity alignment, and delivery commitments.

Market & Competitive Intelligence

  • Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies related to precision thin metals and magnetic materials.
  • Provide insights that guide pricing strategy, product roadmap, and business development priorities.

Financial & Performance Management

  • Manage sales forecasts, revenue targets, and pipeline development.
  • Monitor margins and contribute to pricing strategies to ensure profitability.
  • Provide regular performance reporting and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.


Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgy, Business Administration (Masters or Advanced Technical degree preferred).
  • Minimum of 8-12+ years of experience in business development, technical sales, or account management within one or more of the following areas:
    • Precision thin metals and specialty alloys
    • Magnetic materials and permanent magnets (Alnico, rare earth magnets)
    • Metallurgical processing and manufacturing methods
    • Aerospace, defense, medical, or energy material applications
  • Demonstrated success managing complex technical products and strategic accounts.
  • Strong understanding of specialty alloys, strip/foil processing, or related manufacturing processes (e.g., Titanium, stainless, nickel, cobalt, iron-based alloys).
  • Proven track record of winning new business and growing strategic accounts.
  • Ability to travel (~30–50%) domestically and internationally.
  • Proven Experience with CRM tools and pipeline management.

Skills and Competencies

  • Demonstrated expertise in technical and consultative sales
  • Proven ability to translate complex engineering requirements into commercially viable solutions
  • Strong strategic thinking with experience driving market development and growth initiatives
  • Advanced negotiation skills with experience managing contracts and commercial agreements
  • Effective cross-functional leadership and collaboration across engineering, product, and business teams
  • Customer-centric approach to decision-making and relationship management
  • Established technical credibility with engineering and product stakeholders
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence diverse audiences
  • Proven track record leading complex technical sales cycles and initiatives
  • Strong customer relationship management and key account development experience
  • Robust financial and business acumen with the ability to support revenue growth objectives


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