RCS - Liverpool - #1703838

Business Development Manager (BDM) is responsible for driving the growth of a company by identifying new business opportunities, building relationships, and increasing revenue. They play a key role in expanding the company's market presence and maintaining long-term success. The position typically involves a combination of strategic planning, sales, and marketing.

Here are some key responsibilities and skills of a Business Development Manager:

Key Responsibilities:

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   Identifying New Opportunities:
   
   

   
   
   
   

   • Research and analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.

   
   

   • Find new potential markets and customers.

   
   

   • Identify strategic partners for collaboration or joint ventures.

   
   
   
   


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   Building and Maintaining Relationships:
   
   

   
   
   
   

   • Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and partners.

   
   

   • Build and manage a network of contacts and relationships that could potentially lead to new business.

   
   
   
   


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   Sales and Revenue Generation:
   
   

   
   
   
   

   • Develop strategies to increase revenue, including pitching new products or services to prospective clients.

   
   

   • Negotiate contracts and close deals.

   
   

   • Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to drive business growth.

   
   
   
   


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   Strategic Planning and Market Research:
   
   

   
   
   
   

   • Work closely with leadership teams to develop business strategies aligned with company goals.

   
   

   • Create and implement marketing and business development strategies to attract clients and partners.

   
   
   
   


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   Project Management and Cross-Department Collaboration:
   
   

   
   
   
   

   • Oversee the execution of business development plans and projects.

   
   

   • Coordinate with other departments like marketing, sales, and product teams to ensure alignment of goals.

   
   
   
   


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   Reporting and Performance Analysis:
   
   

   
   
   
   

   • Monitor and report on the success of business development efforts.

   
   

   • Use key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of strategies and adjust plans as necessary.

   
   
   
   

• Sales Skills: Ability to pitch products/services and close deals.




• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication, able to persuade and negotiate effectively.




• Market Research: Ability to analyze market trends and customer needs.




• Networking: Building relationships with industry professionals, clients, and partners.




• Project Management: Ability to lead and manage business development projects.




• Analytical Skills: Ability to assess market conditions and make data-driven decisions.




• Strategic Thinking: Developing long-term plans to increase the company's market share.

Our client is a key player in the FM.

Clear commission, Car, long term progression