Business Development Specialist – Markit

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Business Development Specialist to join our dynamic team. The Business Development Specialist will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building and maintaining client relationships, and driving revenue growth. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills and a proven track record of success in business development or sales.

Responsibilities:

1. Identify and Pursue New Business Opportunities:

• Conduct market research to identify potential clients, industries, and market trends.
• Develop strategies to target and approach potential clients through various channels, including cold calling, email outreach, networking events, and partnerships.
• Proactively seek out new business opportunities and pursue leads to expand the company’s client base.

1. Build and Maintain Client Relationships:

• Cultivate strong relationships with existing clients to understand their needs, preferences, and pain points.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing solutions and recommendations to address their business challenges.
• Regularly communicate with clients to assess satisfaction levels, gather feedback, and identify opportunities for upselling or cross-selling additional products/services.

1. Lead Generation and Pipeline Management:

• Generate leads through targeted outreach efforts and networking activities.
• Prioritize leads in the sales pipeline, tracking progress and updating CRM systems accordingly.
• Qualify leads based on criteria such as budget, timeline, and decision-making authority, and follow up with appropriate actions to advance the sales process.

1. Develop and Deliver Sales Presentations:

• Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations, proposals, and pitches to prospective clients.
• Tailor presentations to address the specific needs and objectives of each client, highlighting the value proposition and benefits of our products/services.
• Effectively communicate the features, functionality, and competitive advantages of our offerings to differentiate us from competitors.

1. Negotiate and Close Sales Deals:

• Negotiate terms and pricing agreements with clients to reach mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Overcome objections and address concerns raised by clients during the sales process.
• Close sales deals and achieve revenue targets in accordance with company goals and objectives.

1. Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams:

• Work collaboratively with marketing, product development, and operations teams to align business development efforts with overall company strategies.
• Provide input and feedback to inform product enhancements, marketing campaigns, and sales strategies.

Job Details

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