Business Development Manager
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About Us
With over 85 million global active users and 2 million transactions per day, Klarna is on the way to becoming the world’s favorite way to shop. To help us get there, we’re assembling an unparalleled global talent team—accelerating individual careers, and disrupting entire industries. We’re looking for people ready to achieve the extraordinary and embrace our bold ambitions as we shape the future of payments and fintech. Will you join us?
What You Will Do
We are currently seeking an adaptable, successful, and experienced Business Development Manager to join one of our Partner Success Teams. The goal for this individual is to identify new opportunities with the largest, most strategic merchants and provide them with all the resources needed to achieve their growth objectives, helping Klarna become everyone’s favorite way to shop. In this role, you will:
Build and execute jointly agreed-upon business plans with partners or merchants to drive mutual growth and success.
Deliver enhancements to existing brands and identify areas for improvement with key strategic partners.
Work closely with internal analysts, delivery, and marketing teams at Klarna to drive enablement and lead generation activities.
Identify new partnerships or business opportunities, pitch Klarna’s services, and close new deals, upsells, and expansion opportunities.
Build strong relationships at both the executive and individual levels.
Manage key internal and external stakeholder relationships, including C-suite.
Conduct extensive market research to position Klarna optimally.
Network effectively with local clients and develop strong professional relationships.
Ensure deadlines are met and budgets are maintained.
Create and deliver Quarterly Business Reviews to members of merchants’ C-suite teams.
Adapt the business model to be culturally relevant without losing its identity.
Play an important role in taking Klarna to the next level.
Who You Are
6+ years in Business Development, Account Management, or Sales.
Experience in retail, payments, technology, and/or ecommerce.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Highly driven with a passion for learning about and engaging with new cultures.
Desire to build a business from the ground up.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Awesome to Have
Advanced degree or relevant certifications.
Experience with international markets and cross-cultural communication.
Proficiency in multiple languages.
Experience with CRM tools and data analysis software.
Closing
Klarna's Compensation model and Equity Offering
At Klarna, our compensation package includes a base salary and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). To ensure fairness and maintain global market competitiveness, each role in a specific location has a set base salary. During the recruitment process, we will assess your skills and experience to determine which role is the best fit for you.
Our RSU program features a 4-year vesting schedule, allowing you to gradually become a shareholder in Klarna. Additionally, you may qualify for our Contribution-Based Reward (CBR) program, which recognizes and rewards significant contributions to our success.
Total Compensation $149,597-$170,540
Please include a CV in English.
- Department
- Business Development
- Locations
- Portland, Oregon, United States
- Employment type
- Full-time
About Klarna
Since 2005, Klarna has been on a mission to reimagine how consumers spend and save in their daily lives. We help people save time and money and reduce financial worry. With over 85 million global active users and 2.5 million transactions per day, our vision is a world where Klarna empowers everyone, everywhere, through seamless financial and commerce experiences—as a personalized, trusted assistant making financial empowerment effortless.
Over 575,000 global retail partners, including H&M, Saks, Sephora, Macys, IKEA, Expedia Group, and Nike have integrated Klarna's innovative technology to deliver a seamless shopping experience online and in-store.
Business Development Manager
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