[Remote] Business Development & Strategic Partnerships Lead

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. AMPP: Association for Materials Protection and Performance is seeking a Business Development & Strategic Partnerships Lead to represent the organization within the Chinese market. This role focuses on strategic growth, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring compliance with Chinese laws and regulations while expanding AMPP's market presence.ResponsibilitiesExecute AMPP's business development and market expansion strategy within China, focusing on growth opportunities within the materials protection, coatings, corrosion, infrastructure, energy, manufacturing, and related industriesBuild and maintain strategic relationships with government agencies, standards organizations, state-owned enterprises, academic institutions, industry associations, and private-sector organizationsIdentify opportunities to expand AMPP standards adoption, certifications, training programs, conferences, and membership growth throughout ChinaMonitor regulatory developments, industry trends, standards activities, and market conditions that may impact AMPP operations, programs, or strategic initiativesEnsure all business development activities, partnerships, events, contracts, and programs comply with applicable Chinese laws, regulations, government requirements, and AMPP policiesServe as a liaison between AMPP and Chinese regulatory, industry, and strategic stakeholdersSupport localization of AMPP training, certification, technical content, and educational programs to meet market and regulatory requirementsConduct market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging opportunities and risksRepresent AMPP at conferences, standards meetings, industry forums, and stakeholder eventsAssist in coordinating joint initiatives, strategic partnerships, and business agreements with external organizationsPrepare business development plans, budgets, forecasts, market reports, and strategic recommendationsMaintain accurate records and provide regular reporting on business development activities, stakeholder engagement, and market performanceIdentify and escalate potential compliance, legal, reputational, or operational risks to AMPP leadershipSupport cross-functional collaboration with AMPP departments including Education, Standards, Certification, Marketing, Finance, Legal, and OperationsSkillsBachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferredMinimum 10-15 years of experience in business development, government relations, strategic partnerships, standards development, industry relations, or related fieldsFluency in Mandarin Chinese and English requiredStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to effectively represent AMPP with senior government, industry, and business leadersStrong analytical, relationship management, and problem-solving skillsAbility to work independently while coordinating with global stakeholders and leadership teamsHigh degree of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and sound judgmentStrong understanding of business compliance, risk management, and regulatory requirements within ChinaProven ability to develop strategic growth initiatives while balancing regulatory and compliance requirementsExperience working within Chinese governmental, regulatory, standards, industrial, or professional association environments strongly preferredKnowledge of the corrosion, coatings, infrastructure, materials protection, manufacturing, or related industries preferredDemonstrated experience working with Chinese regulatory agencies, industry associations, academic institutions, and strategic partnersExperience supporting international organizations operating within China preferredCompany OverviewProtecting what matters. It was founded in undefined, and is headquartered in Houston, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.ampp.org/home.