We have a current opportunity for a Business Development Manager (sponsorship sales) on a permanent basis with a truly international global presence.
The position will be based in Singapore. For further information about this position please apply.
The Business Development Manager’s responsibility is to drive sponsorship sales for events and conferences in the Asia region. This includes the full portfolio of event sponsorship opportunities.
Accountabilities
In the role you would be expected to:
- Meet or exceed sponsorship sales targets
- Establish and maintain key account relationships in focus markets
- Take sponsor Lead responsibilities for selected events
- Coordinate sponsorship activities in liaison with the media and content solutions team
- Identify and lead sales efforts on integrated marketing opportunities as appropriate
- Support colleagues in the Event teams and around the region as necessary
- Liaise with associates and agents in the territory as necessary
To succeed in the role you would have:
- Extensive B2B sales experience in the Asia where you have progressively achieved higher targets
- Experience in selling sponsorship with demonstrated results
- Proven ability at event sponsorship sales and relationship management
- Regular sales log reference kept for weekly and monthly sponsorship calls and meetings
- Bachelor degree holder in economics, business or international studies (preferred)
- Strong written and spoken English
- Asian language abilities a distinct advantage
You will be able to demonstrate:
- Able to work and research new business and pitch to prospective clients
- Drive and determination to succeed
- An excellent communicator with a strong presence, good presentation skills
- Ability to be independent and resourceful, but totally committed to being part of a regional team
- Ability to meet deadlines and cope well under pressure
- Good awareness of economic and political issues affecting business investment and operations in the region
- Well-organised and efficient with excellent time management skills to meet target and deadlines
- Persistence in meeting pre-set targets and aiming high if targets are met
EA License Number: R2198671
Agency License Number: 11C4388
