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Business Development Manager

Davenport

IPEx Business Development Manager

As a Business Development Manager, you are a proactive leader with a strong business acumen. You thrive in identifying new business opportunities and driving growth initiatives. You have excellent interpersonal skills, especially those related to active listening. You love meeting new people and have a proven track record in sales and business development.

Researching and identifying new business opportunities and potential clients.

Developing and implementing strategic business development plans to achieve company goals.

Building and maintaining strong relationships with new or existing clients.

Collaborating with the digital marketing team for effective strategies to follow up on leads.

Leading negotiations and closing deals with clients.

Developing strategies to drive revenue growth and meet sales targets.

Analyzing market trends and competitor activities to identify business opportunities.

Monitoring performance metrics and preparing regular reports on business development activities.

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.

Proven experience in business development, sales, or a related role, preferably in the learning and development field.

Strong networking and relationship-building skills.

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Strong, active listening skills and the ability to think on your feet.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Proficiency in Google Suite and MS Office Suite.

Proficiency in or demonstrated capability to learn CRM software (Salesforce.com).

Experience in the learning and development industry.

Knowledge of and experience in Salesforce.com.

Advanced negotiation skills with a successful track record of closing deals.

Knowledge of business development strategies and best practices.

Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.

Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and industry trends.

Opportunity to work with a dynamic team in a fast-paced and innovative industry.

Competitive salary.

Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and tuition benefits for you and your family members.

Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.

Chance to make a significant impact on the growth and success of our company.

You will collaborate closely with our other sales team members, our operations team, and the Executive Director for IPEx. You'll collaborate on our digital marketing initiatives and support our lead generation follow-up processes. You will also interact with clients, partners, and industry professionals to establish and expand business relationships. This role reports directly to the Executive Director of IPEx and requires strong teamwork and coordination to achieve strategic objectives.

If you are a motivated and results-driven professional with a passion for business development and strategic growth, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team as a Business Development Manager.

Davenport University is committed to building and supporting a diverse community of students, faculty and staff. Davenport University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees, applicants and students without unlawful discrimination based on national origin, race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, veteran, or military status, marital status, height, weight, genetic information, or other protected status. Davenport is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Vacancy posted 6 days ago
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