Business Development Manager | Ruby Labs

About us

Ruby Labs is a leading tech company that creates and operates innovative consumer products. We offer a diverse range of opportunities across the health, education, and entertainment industries. Our innovative teams are driving the future of consumer-led products, and we're always looking for passionate individuals to join us. Learn more about our story at: https://rubylabs.com/about-us/

About the role

Ruby Labs is hiring a Business Development Specialist for one of its portfolio products. In this role, you will maintain and execute the company’s business development workflow and operations and help establish relationships with companies that will contribute to the company’s tech stack. You will play a significant role in the company’s core product roadmap.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform market research on the data suppliers.
• Use Google, Similarweb, and Semrush for research.
• Find data suppliers that match our acceptance criteria.
• Perform outreach to data suppliers.
• Request data samples and trial API access.
• Evaluate data quality provided by the supplier.
• Negotiate better pricing with data suppliers.
• Design a map of data suppliers that covers our needs across different regions.
• Manage data suppliers' pipeline from outreach to samples/API evaluation.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in market research & analysis.
• Understanding of business development leads and pipeline management.
• Strong understanding of competitors' analysis.
• Advanced knowledge of Google spreadsheets.
• At least 1 year of experience in business development & outreach.
• Fluent English.

Nice to have

• Understanding of APIs and data retrieval through the API process.

Location

Ruby Labs operates within the CET (Central European Time) zone. Applicants from any country are welcome to apply for the position as long as they are located within approximately ± 4 hours of CET. This ensures optimal collaboration and communication during working hours.

Benefits

Discover the perks of being part of our vibrant team! We offer:

• Remote Work Environment: Embrace the freedom to work from anywhere, anytime, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
• Unlimited PTO: Enjoy unlimited paid time off to recharge and prioritize your well-being, without counting days.
• Paid National Holidays: Celebrate and relax on national holidays with paid time off to unwind and recharge.
• Company-provided MacBook: Experience seamless productivity with top-notch Apple MacBooks provided to all employees who need them.
• Flexible Independent Contractor Agreement: Unlock the benefits of flexibility, autonomy, and entrepreneurial opportunities. Benefit from tax advantages, networking opportunities, reduced employment obligations, and the freedom to work from anywhere.

Be part of our fast-growing team and seize this excellent opportunity for personal and professional growth!

Interview Process

After submitting your application, we conduct a thorough review which typically takes 3 to 5 days, but may occasionally take longer due to the volume of applications received. If we see a potential fit, we proceed with the following steps:

• Recruiter Screening (40 minutes)
• Technical Interview (90 minutes)
• Final Interview (60 minutes)

Life at Ruby Labs

At Ruby Labs, we are more than a team; we're a community united in pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation. Our combined passion fuels our ambition for excellence, driving impact that resonates around the globe.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that a diversity of thought and backgrounds builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, color, place of birth, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, military service status, or disability status. Join us and be part of a company that is crafting the future of technology across multiple industries.