1) Researching and identifying new business opportunities, including new markets, growth areas, trends, customers, partnerships, and products.
2) Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders to drive business growth.
3) Creating and implementing strategies to achieve business goals and objectives, including market entry strategies and sales plans.
4) Leading negotiations and closing deals with potential clients and partners.
5) Analyzing market trends and competition to inform business strategy and decision-making.
6) Working closely with sales, marketing, and product development teams to align efforts and share insights.
7) Monitoring and reporting on business development activities, progress towards goals, and market trends to senior management.
8) Attending industry events, conferences, and networking functions to promote the company and build connections.
9) Managing budgets related to business development activities and ensuring a good return on investment.
10) Gathering and analyzing customer feedback to improve products and services.