business development manager

  • Develop growth plans, analyze market trends, and research prospective new markets or customer segments.
  • Prospect new sales leads, arrange business meetings, and pitch products or services to prospective clients.
  • Maintain and nurture long-term relationships with new and existing customers or strategic partners.
  • Prepare commercial proposals, negotiate deal terms, and draft sales contracts in line with company guidelines.
  • Work closely with marketing, sales, and product teams to align strategies and address customer needs.
  • Track sales metrics, forecast revenue targets, and report progress to senior management.

Key Skills & Competencies

  • Strong business acumen with an understanding of market dynamics and financial techniques.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills for high-level pitching and negotiation.
  • Ability to spot gaps, solve problems creatively, and build scalable expansion plans.
  • High emotional intelligence and consultative

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