Job Description:
We are looking for a
detail-oriented and driven director of business development to increase company
revenue by identifying profitable business opportunities and developing
long-term business growth strategies. The responsibilities of the director of
business development include recommending ways to improve operations planning,
attending meetings with clients and advisors, and notifying partners of key
business developments. You should also be able to assess business risks by
analyzing financial, statistical, and economic data.
To be successful as a director
of business development, you should be persuasive and have strong business
acumen. Ultimately, an exceptional director of business development should be
adept at negotiating sound business deals as well as demonstrate excellent
communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities:
- Building solid relationships with
customers, vendors and distributors, as well as sales and marketing teams.
- Developing in-depth knowledge of company
offerings to identify profitable business opportunities.
- Directing marketing efforts by presenting
market research to marketing directors and suggesting strategies to expand
market research.
- Assessing marketing and sales as well as
supplier and vendor operations and recommending improvements as needed.
- Preparing all documentation required for
requests for proposals (RFPs).
- Researching emerging trends and
recommending new company offerings to satisfy customers’ needs.
- Developing and managing strategic
partnerships to grow business.
- Presenting business or marketing
opportunities to company executives and management.
- Selecting automation software and
software platforms that best meet company needs.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in business
administration, marketing, finance, or related field; electrical/computer
engineering degree is advantageous.
- Proven business development, sales, or
marketing experience.
- Proficient in all Microsoft Office
applications.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving,
and decision-making skills.
- Exceptional leadership and management
skills.
- Effective communication and negotiation
skills.
- Strong business acumen.
- Detail-oriented and persuasive.