Business Development Manager
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 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 events
- Client Acquisition & Relationship Management : Build and maintain robust relationships; ensure satisfaction and long-term partnerships
- Sales Management & Deal Closure : Lead negotiations, craft compelling proposals, and close complex deals
- Pipeline & Forecasting Oversight : Utilize CRM tools for tracking; update leadership with accurate forecasts
- Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner with marketing, product, operations to align go-to-market initiatives
- Leadership & Mentoring : Mentor junior BD / sales staff, shape best practices and revenue-driven Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (MBA preferred)
- Proven track record of hitting / exceeding targets and closing high-value deals
- Experience with CRM tools (Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho) and pipeline management
- Strong financial literacy-experience with P&L, forecasting, pricing models
Skills & 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)