Job Title: Senior Business Development Manager in trade
Job Summary:As a Senior Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for identifying business opportunities, building and maintaining successful relationships with clients, and driving revenue growth. You will lead a team of business development professionals and collaborate with other departments to achieve organizational objectives.
Responsibilities:
- Market Research:Conduct thorough market research to identify potential business opportunities.
Analyze industry trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.
- Strategic Planning:Develop and implement strategic business development plans to achieve company goals.
Identify new markets, products, and services to expand the business.
- Client Relationship Management:Build and nurture strong relationships with existing and potential clients.
Understand client needs and provide solutions to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Team Leadership:Lead and mentor a team of business development professionals.
Set performance goals, conduct regular performance reviews, and provide constructive feedback.
- Sales and Revenue Generation:Drive sales initiatives to meet and exceed revenue targets.
Negotiate and close deals with clients and partners.
- Collaboration:Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, finance, and operations, to ensure seamless execution of business strategies.
- Reporting and Analysis:Prepare regular reports on business development activities, sales performance, and market trends.
Analyze data to make informed decisions and adjustments to strategies.
Qualifications:
- Education:Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
- Experience:Proven experience in business development, with a track record of successful sales and revenue growth.
Previous experience in a leadership or managerial role.
- Skills:Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Strong strategic planning and analytical abilities.
Leadership and team management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and foster a positive work environment.
- Industry Knowledge:Familiarity with the industry and market trends relevant to the company.