Role Overview
As a seasoned Business Development Manager, you'll drive strategic growth, identify and close high-value deals, and build lasting partnerships. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to help shape our market position and achieve ambitious revenue goals. Ideal candidates bring 7-10 years of proven business development or sales success.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Planning & Execution
- Develop and execute growth strategies aligned with company goals
Lead Generation & Market Analysis
Identify and qualify new business opportunities via market research, networking, and eventsClient Acquisition & Relationship Management
Build and maintain robust relationships; ensure satisfaction and long-term partnershipsSales Management & Deal Closure
Lead negotiations, craft compelling proposals, and close complex dealsPipeline & Forecasting Oversight
Utilize CRM tools for tracking; update leadership with accurate forecastsCross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with marketing, product, operations to align go-to-market initiativesLeadership & Mentoring
Mentor junior BD / sales staff, shape best practices and revenue-driven cultureQualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (MBA preferred)7-10 years in business development, sales leadership, or related rolesProven track record of hitting / exceeding targets and closing high-value dealsExperience with CRM tools (Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho) and pipeline managementStrong financial literacy-experience with P&L, forecasting, pricing modelsSkills & Competencies
Strategic & Analytical Thinking : Ability to assess market trends and adjust strategies accordinglySales & Negotiation Mastery : Comfort in leading contract negotiationsRelationship-Building Excellence : Proactive engagement and deep customer insightLeadership & Team Development : Proven mentorship skillsCommunication & Presentation : Clear, compelling communication, both verbal and writtenAdaptability & Initiative : Thrive in fast-paced, evolving environmentsTech-Savvy : Familiarity with MS Office, CRM, and analytics tools; digital marketing / digital lead gen experience a plus.ref : iimjobs.com)