Business Development Manager

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• A business development professional has three primary
• Identifying new sales leads

Pitching products and/or services

• Maintaining fruitful relationships with existing customers When it comes to generating leads, day-to-day duties typically include:
• Researching organizations and individuals online (especially on social media) to identify new leads and potential new markets
• Researching the needs of other companies and learning who makes decisions about purchasing
• Contacting potential clients via email or phone to establish rapport and set up meetings
• Attending conferences, meetings, and industry events When it comes to the challenge of actually selling, other typical duties include:
• Preparing presentations and sales displays
• Contacting clients to inform them about new developments in the company’s products
• Developing quotes and proposals
• Negotiating and renegotiating and follow up by phone, email, and in person To keep healthy relationships with clients, this mostly requires socialization. From simple chats on the phone, to lunches, events, or conferences, Business Development Representatives must be sure to keep their customers happy. Documentation is also a big part of the work. Business Development Representatives must write reports and provide feedback to leadership about sales successes and challenges. The skills you need to excel in this position include:
• Strong communication skills
• Creative talents and the ability to solve tough problems
• Commitment to learn about the telecom industry and its current events
• The ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines
• Skill in prioritizing and triaging obligations
• Attention to detail
• Excellent time management and organizational skills