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Government Sales Business Development Manager
Job Location:
Job Location:
Auburn Hills, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
29 September 2026 (21 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
27 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Job Title: (Government Sales Business Development Manager)
About Kyyba:
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills MI Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances.
At Kyyba the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value passion excellence empowerment and happiness creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources incentives and flexibility that they need to support a healthy balanced and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development.
Job Description
Description: Fire & Rescue / Emergency Response Market (Part-Time)
Role Overview:
*** is seeking an experienced Government Sales Business Development Manager (SRA) to support Fleet Government Sales through targeted business development initiatives within the Fire & Rescue and Emergency Response market including fire departments EMS agencies rescue organizations emergency management agencies and related government entities.
This contractor role provides specialized Fire & Rescue fleet expertise not replicated internally and is intended to accelerate market penetration strengthen competitive positioning and enhance the customer experience across municipal county state and federal organizations. The SRA will serve as a trusted advisor to both internal stakeholders and Fire & Rescue customers leveraging deep industry knowledge established relationships and post-sale guidance to drive growth and long-term customer satisfaction.
This position functions primarily as a Strategic Advisor and Industry Ambassador for *** within the Fire & Rescue and Emergency Response market. Rather than serving as a traditional territory sales representative the SRA will provide industry expertise strategic guidance customer advocacy and relationship development support to strengthen *** presence within the Fire & Rescue community. The role leverages the individuals professional credibility leadership experience and established network to facilitate customer engagement identify emerging market opportunities and help align *** solutions with the evolving needs of Fire & Rescue agencies.
This is a highly customer-facing role that requires travel (approximately 25-40%) to support agency meetings field observation industry events fleet evaluations vehicle launches demonstrations training sessions and customer engagement activities across the continental U.S.
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as a subject matter expert for Fire & Rescue vehicle requirements fleet operations and mission-specific applications within fire service EMS rescue and emergency response environments.
Support business development efforts by identifying developing and advancing opportunities with local county state and federal Fire & Rescue agencies and emergency response organizations.
Accelerate market penetration and competitive positioning by providing insights into Fire & Rescue procurement trends operational requirements funding mechanisms grant opportunities and competitive offerings.
Establish credibility and trust with Fire Chiefs Deputy Chiefs EMS leaders Emergency Managers fleet managers and government fleet customers through demonstrated industry experience and domain expertise.
Leverage existing relationships with Fire & Rescue leaders fleet managers apparatus committees procurement officials emergency management personnel and other key decision-makers to support customer engagement and sales efforts.
Conduct in-person customer visits attend industry conferences and trade shows support vehicle demonstrations and represent *** at Fire & Rescue fleet events.
Serve as a strategic advisor to Fleet Government Sales leadership by providing insight into Fire & Rescue industry trends customer priorities competitive developments and emerging operational requirements.
Act as an ambassador for *** within the Fire & Rescue community representing the organization at industry associations conferences advisory boards customer events and industry working groups.
Facilitate introductions and relationship development opportunities with Fire Chiefs EMS leaders emergency management officials fleet decision-makers and industry influencers.
Provide strategic guidance during vehicle launches customer evaluations fleet demonstrations and market development initiatives.
Provide post-sale guidance to ensure successful vehicle deployment upfitting coordination fleet implementation and lifecycle customer satisfaction.
Collaborate closely with Fleet Government Sales teams engineering marketing and leadership to align customer requirements with *** solutions.
Support customer education regarding vehicle capabilities operational applications procurement options grant funding opportunities and emerging Fire & Rescue industry trends.
Enhance the overall customer experience from pre-sale consultation through post-delivery support.
Gather and communicate market intelligence customer feedback competitive insights and emerging Fire & Rescue requirements to internal stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree preferred; relevant Fire & Rescue EMS fleet procurement or leadership experience may be substituted for educational requirements.
Experience with government fleet procurement vehicle purchasing fleet operations or acquisition decision-making.
Established relationships within local state and federal Fire & Rescue EMS or emergency management organizations.
Strong knowledge of public-sector procurement processes cooperative purchasing programs grants and government purchasing practices.
Demonstrated credibility and influence within the Fire & Rescue community.
Proven ability to support business development market expansion or customer relationship initiatives.
Excellent communication relationship-building and collaboration skills including delivering presentations to Fire Chiefs EMS leaders fleet decision-makers government officials and large industry audiences.
5-10 years of relevant Fire & Rescue or emergency response experience with emphasis placed on quality and relevance of experience over strict tenure requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
Former or Retired:
Fire Chief
Deputy Fire Chief
Assistant Fire Chief
EMS Chief or EMS Director
Emergency Management Director
Fire Marshal
Public Safety Executive or Senior Leadership Role
Additional Experience:
Experience influencing managing or approving fleet acquisition decisions.
Fire EMS or emergency response fleet management experience.
Government fleet logistics transportation or vehicle management experience.
Prior involvement with vehicle specification development upfitting deployment or lifecycle fleet management.
Familiarity with Fire & Rescue grant funding programs and cooperative purchasing contracts.
Key Competencies:
Stakeholder & Relationship Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams executives Fire & Rescue leaders fleet managers emergency management officials and government decision-makers.
Business Development & Market Expansion
Identify opportunities strengthen customer engagement and support growth initiatives across the Fire & Rescue and Emergency Response market.
Governance Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure activities align with corporate policies government procurement regulations and approval processes.
Communication & Influence
Deliver clear concise messaging and effectively influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
Fire & Rescue Industry Expertise
Demonstrate deep understanding of Fire & Rescue operations EMS missions emergency response requirements procurement practices and mission-specific vehicle applications.
Additional Details:
Travel Requirement: Approximately 25-40% travel including overnight travel for customer visits conferences vehicle demonstrations trade shows Fire & Rescue industry events and key customer engagements throughout assigned territories.
Schedule: Part-Time 20 hours per week. Work hours are flexible and may vary based on customer meetings industry events demonstrations conferences and business development activities. This role is intended to provide strategic industry expertise customer engagement support and market advisory services rather than day-to-day sales execution.
Work Arrangement: Remote. Candidates should expect periodic travel with the remainder of their workweek conducted remotely from their home office. This position is not based out of a *** location and does not require routine commuting to a corporate office (Auburn Hills MI).
Performance Measurement: No direct sales responsibility or strict sales quotas. Success is measured through strategic advisory contributions customer engagement relationship development market intelligence industry advocacy thought leadership support of business development initiatives and contribution to Fleet Government Sales growth objectives within the Fire & Rescue market.
Custom Fields:
Name: Travel Required
Value: Yes
Name: *** Laptop Needed
Value: Yes
Name: If Travel is Required List the Travel Requirements
Value: 25-40%
Name: Badge Needed
Value: Yes
Name: Driving Required
Value: Yes
Name: Client Card Needed
Value: Yes
Name: Resource Type
Value: Supplemental (Staff Aug/SRA)
Name: Company Car Required
Value: No
Location: (Auburn HillsMI)
Disclaimer:
Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex gender identity sexual orientation age non-disqualifying physical or mental disability national origin veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit and business need.
It is the policy of Kyyba to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed please contact Kyyba at
Rewards:
Medical dental vision
401k
Term life
Voluntary life and disability insurance
Optional Pre-paid legal plan
Optional Identity theft plan
Optional Medical and dependent FSA
Work-visa sponsorship
Opportunity for advancement
Long-term assignment with opportunity for hire by client
SELECT AWARDS
About Kyyba:
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills MI Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances.
At Kyyba the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value passion excellence empowerment and happiness creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources incentives and flexibility that they need to support a healthy balanced and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development.
Job Description
Description: Fire & Rescue / Emergency Response Market (Part-Time)
Role Overview:
*** is seeking an experienced Government Sales Business Development Manager (SRA) to support Fleet Government Sales through targeted business development initiatives within the Fire & Rescue and Emergency Response market including fire departments EMS agencies rescue organizations emergency management agencies and related government entities.
This contractor role provides specialized Fire & Rescue fleet expertise not replicated internally and is intended to accelerate market penetration strengthen competitive positioning and enhance the customer experience across municipal county state and federal organizations. The SRA will serve as a trusted advisor to both internal stakeholders and Fire & Rescue customers leveraging deep industry knowledge established relationships and post-sale guidance to drive growth and long-term customer satisfaction.
This position functions primarily as a Strategic Advisor and Industry Ambassador for *** within the Fire & Rescue and Emergency Response market. Rather than serving as a traditional territory sales representative the SRA will provide industry expertise strategic guidance customer advocacy and relationship development support to strengthen *** presence within the Fire & Rescue community. The role leverages the individuals professional credibility leadership experience and established network to facilitate customer engagement identify emerging market opportunities and help align *** solutions with the evolving needs of Fire & Rescue agencies.
This is a highly customer-facing role that requires travel (approximately 25-40%) to support agency meetings field observation industry events fleet evaluations vehicle launches demonstrations training sessions and customer engagement activities across the continental U.S.
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as a subject matter expert for Fire & Rescue vehicle requirements fleet operations and mission-specific applications within fire service EMS rescue and emergency response environments.
Support business development efforts by identifying developing and advancing opportunities with local county state and federal Fire & Rescue agencies and emergency response organizations.
Accelerate market penetration and competitive positioning by providing insights into Fire & Rescue procurement trends operational requirements funding mechanisms grant opportunities and competitive offerings.
Establish credibility and trust with Fire Chiefs Deputy Chiefs EMS leaders Emergency Managers fleet managers and government fleet customers through demonstrated industry experience and domain expertise.
Leverage existing relationships with Fire & Rescue leaders fleet managers apparatus committees procurement officials emergency management personnel and other key decision-makers to support customer engagement and sales efforts.
Conduct in-person customer visits attend industry conferences and trade shows support vehicle demonstrations and represent *** at Fire & Rescue fleet events.
Serve as a strategic advisor to Fleet Government Sales leadership by providing insight into Fire & Rescue industry trends customer priorities competitive developments and emerging operational requirements.
Act as an ambassador for *** within the Fire & Rescue community representing the organization at industry associations conferences advisory boards customer events and industry working groups.
Facilitate introductions and relationship development opportunities with Fire Chiefs EMS leaders emergency management officials fleet decision-makers and industry influencers.
Provide strategic guidance during vehicle launches customer evaluations fleet demonstrations and market development initiatives.
Provide post-sale guidance to ensure successful vehicle deployment upfitting coordination fleet implementation and lifecycle customer satisfaction.
Collaborate closely with Fleet Government Sales teams engineering marketing and leadership to align customer requirements with *** solutions.
Support customer education regarding vehicle capabilities operational applications procurement options grant funding opportunities and emerging Fire & Rescue industry trends.
Enhance the overall customer experience from pre-sale consultation through post-delivery support.
Gather and communicate market intelligence customer feedback competitive insights and emerging Fire & Rescue requirements to internal stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree preferred; relevant Fire & Rescue EMS fleet procurement or leadership experience may be substituted for educational requirements.
Experience with government fleet procurement vehicle purchasing fleet operations or acquisition decision-making.
Established relationships within local state and federal Fire & Rescue EMS or emergency management organizations.
Strong knowledge of public-sector procurement processes cooperative purchasing programs grants and government purchasing practices.
Demonstrated credibility and influence within the Fire & Rescue community.
Proven ability to support business development market expansion or customer relationship initiatives.
Excellent communication relationship-building and collaboration skills including delivering presentations to Fire Chiefs EMS leaders fleet decision-makers government officials and large industry audiences.
5-10 years of relevant Fire & Rescue or emergency response experience with emphasis placed on quality and relevance of experience over strict tenure requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
Former or Retired:
Fire Chief
Deputy Fire Chief
Assistant Fire Chief
EMS Chief or EMS Director
Emergency Management Director
Fire Marshal
Public Safety Executive or Senior Leadership Role
Additional Experience:
Experience influencing managing or approving fleet acquisition decisions.
Fire EMS or emergency response fleet management experience.
Government fleet logistics transportation or vehicle management experience.
Prior involvement with vehicle specification development upfitting deployment or lifecycle fleet management.
Familiarity with Fire & Rescue grant funding programs and cooperative purchasing contracts.
Key Competencies:
Stakeholder & Relationship Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams executives Fire & Rescue leaders fleet managers emergency management officials and government decision-makers.
Business Development & Market Expansion
Identify opportunities strengthen customer engagement and support growth initiatives across the Fire & Rescue and Emergency Response market.
Governance Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure activities align with corporate policies government procurement regulations and approval processes.
Communication & Influence
Deliver clear concise messaging and effectively influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
Fire & Rescue Industry Expertise
Demonstrate deep understanding of Fire & Rescue operations EMS missions emergency response requirements procurement practices and mission-specific vehicle applications.
Additional Details:
Travel Requirement: Approximately 25-40% travel including overnight travel for customer visits conferences vehicle demonstrations trade shows Fire & Rescue industry events and key customer engagements throughout assigned territories.
Schedule: Part-Time 20 hours per week. Work hours are flexible and may vary based on customer meetings industry events demonstrations conferences and business development activities. This role is intended to provide strategic industry expertise customer engagement support and market advisory services rather than day-to-day sales execution.
Work Arrangement: Remote. Candidates should expect periodic travel with the remainder of their workweek conducted remotely from their home office. This position is not based out of a *** location and does not require routine commuting to a corporate office (Auburn Hills MI).
Performance Measurement: No direct sales responsibility or strict sales quotas. Success is measured through strategic advisory contributions customer engagement relationship development market intelligence industry advocacy thought leadership support of business development initiatives and contribution to Fleet Government Sales growth objectives within the Fire & Rescue market.
Custom Fields:
Name: Travel Required
Value: Yes
Name: *** Laptop Needed
Value: Yes
Name: If Travel is Required List the Travel Requirements
Value: 25-40%
Name: Badge Needed
Value: Yes
Name: Driving Required
Value: Yes
Name: Client Card Needed
Value: Yes
Name: Resource Type
Value: Supplemental (Staff Aug/SRA)
Name: Company Car Required
Value: No
Location: (Auburn HillsMI)
Disclaimer:
Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex gender identity sexual orientation age non-disqualifying physical or mental disability national origin veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit and business need.
It is the policy of Kyyba to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed please contact Kyyba at
Rewards:
Medical dental vision
401k
Term life
Voluntary life and disability insurance
Optional Pre-paid legal plan
Optional Identity theft plan
Optional Medical and dependent FSA
Work-visa sponsorship
Opportunity for advancement
Long-term assignment with opportunity for hire by client
SELECT AWARDS
- An INC 5000 company for 10 years
- Corp! Michigan Economic Bright Spots
- Crains Detroit Business Top Staffing Service Companies in Detroit
- TechServe Alliance Excellence Award- IT and Engineering Staffing & Solutions
- Best of MichBusiness winner in HR Wizards & Partnerships
- Metro Detroit Elite Category: Recruitment Selection & Orientation for 101 Best & Brightest
- 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in Michigan
Required Experience:
Manager
