Business development managers play a crucial role in the success of an organization. These professionals generate new sales leads, negotiate client pricing, and forecast sales revenue, all to support one of the most important business development manager responsibilities — helping organizations maximize their profits.
Specific Responsibilities
It includes the following:
1.Creating development plans and forecasting sales targets and growth projections
2.Identifying market opportunities through meetings, networking and other channels
3.Meeting existing and potential clients and building positive relationships
4.iaising with colleagues to develop sales and marketing strategies
5.Preparing financial projections and sales targets
6.Attending events such as exhibitions and conferences
7.reparing sales presentations and participating in sales meetings
8.Producing reports for management
9.Training business developers and sales colleagues
Working in a client’s business or in an office.
Technical Skills and Competencies
1. Interpersonal skills.
2.Communication skills.
3. Collaboration Skills
4. Negotiation & Persuasion skills
5. Project Management Skills
6. Research & Strategy
Mid Career Grant Scheme