Business Development Manager

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Business Development Manager Location: Buena Park, CA Compensation: $70,400+/year (DOE) Employment Type: Full-time (Exempt) About StyleKorean StyleKorean Inc., operated by SILICON2 Co., Ltd., is a global distributor of Korean beauty products, offering a wide range of skincare, makeup, and beauty brands to international markets. We work closely with brand partners and global retail partners to bring high-quality K-Beauty products to consumers worldwide. As our U.S. operations continue to grow, we are looking for a detail-oriented professional to support our purchasing and inventory operations. Position Overview The Business Development Manager is responsible for driving sales growth by developing new retail partnerships and expanding product distribution across offline retail channels in the United States. This role focuses on identifying new business opportunities, building strong relationships with retail partners, and supporting the continued expansion of our brands across multiple retail environments. The ideal candidate is a proactive sales professional with experience in CPG, beauty, or consumer goods industries, and a strong ability to develop new accounts and grow distribution through wholesale and retail channels. Key Responsibilities • Identify and develop new retail partnership opportunities across the U.S. • Build and maintain strong relationships with retail buyers and partners • Drive new account development and expand existing retail partnerships • Increase product distribution and retail placement across offline channels • Negotiate product listings, pricing, and promotional opportunities with retail partners • Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify business opportunities • Work cross-functionally with internal teams including logistics, operations, and marketing • Provide regular updates on sales activities, market insights, and growth opportunities • Support the development of scalable sales processes as retail partnerships expand Qualifications • 3–5+ years of experience in sales, wholesale, or business development within CPG, beauty, or consumer goods industries • Experience working with retail accounts or wholesale distribution channels • Proven ability to develop new business relationships and expand product distribution • Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills • Self-motivated and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment • Strong organizational and communication skills • Ability to travel within the U.S. as needed for business development and client meetings • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States Preferred Qualifications • Experience working with retail buyers or retail distribution networks • Experience expanding distribution for consumer brands • Background in beauty, skincare, or consumer packaged goods • Bilingual proficiency in Korean and English is a plus Compensation $70,400+/year (DOE) (Based on experience and qualifications) Benefits & Perks • 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (PPO) • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching • Paid Time Off (PTO) + Paid Holidays • Year-end discretionary bonus program • Daily catered lunch provided • Employee discounts on products • Free on-site EV charging available for employees Equal Employment Opportunity StyleKorean Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Legal Authorization & Background Check Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment sponsorship is not available for this position. Any employment offer is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, conducted in accordance with applicable laws. Accessibility StyleKorean Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process, as required under applicable law. We sincerely appreciate all applications; however, only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.