Strategic Development Manager Jobs in Bolingbrook, IL

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In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best-in-Classservices, including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience.
As CBRE Strategic Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in empowering our sales team to achieve their full potential. Reporting directly to the Strategic Development Lead, you will be instrumental in ensuring our sales team is equipped with the essential resources, knowledge, and tools necessary to successfully win new business and drive growth. There will be a strong focus on leveraging AI to improve efficiency and the quality of our client-facing materials.
This role works at the intersection of content management, sales enablement, and AI integration to drive sales effectiveness and strategic growth, with a supporting, clearly scoped set of responsibilities for the Projects organization focused on reusable sales and enablement assets.

• Sales enablement
• AI integration
• Content creation and strategy
• Event management
• Projects growth & enablement (scoped)

Key Responsibilities:
Content Creation & Management:

• Develop, create, and maintain new and relevant content materials for the AMS Sales Hub, ensuring seamless integration with our AI 'query a repository.'
• Collaborate closely with Bid Managers to regularly integrate new content, best practices, and insights into the Sales Hub.
• Partner with the Strategic Development Lead and Creative Design Manager to ensure all information is accurate, up-to-date, and consistently meets CBRE brand standards.
• Continuously ensure all client information within the Sales Hub is accurate and promptly updated.

AI Implementation & Governance:

• Work in close collaboration with the Strategic Development Lead to continuously implement, refine, and govern the use of AI tools and strategies throughout the entire sales process.

Communication & Best Practice Sharing:

• Provide support for monthly sales knowledge calls
• Keep sales team up to date with what is happening with what is relevant to them

Marketing & Thought Leadership:

• Develop and create external thought leadership pieces and marketing materials specifically for AMS, positioning the team as industry experts.
• Support sector-focused go-to-market strategy development in partnership with Bid Managers

Event Support:

• Support sales teams with both internal and external events to maximize their impact and engagement.

Administrative Support:

• Provide general sales administration support to the Strategic Development Lead, including assistance with any other ad-hoc tasks as required.
• Given the primary focus of this role is the sales enablement scope above, Projects-related responsibilities are intentionally scoped to the following recurring, revenue-enabling deliverables.

Projects Growth & Enablement:

• Develop and own scalable tools and assets - including induction decks, the case study library, and ad hoc marketing materials - that standardize approach across regions.
• Position the Six Pillars framework as a differentiator in client conversations, QBRs, and strategic planning sessions. Support internal teams with training development.
• RFP Enablement (Resources & Training, Not Direct Response Involvement):
• Build RFP resource materials and training content for the Projects team, informed by sales training and best practices learned through the sales enablement role, rather than direct hands-on involvement in individual RFP responses.

What you'll need:

• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams
• Event management and marketing experience

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Why CBRE
When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.
Applicant AI Use Disclosure
We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.
CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Strategic Development Manager position is $92,000 annually [or $44.23 per hour] and the maximum salary for the Strategic Development Manager position is $135,000 annually [or $64.90 per hour]. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE's applicable benefit program.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
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