The Business Development Manager (BDM) will be responsible for driving sustainable growth by identifying new market opportunities, managing strategic client relationships, and leading expansion initiatives. This position involves collaborating with sales, marketing, product, and leadership teams to execute high‑impact strategies. Reddit+5Recruiting Resources+5Indeed+5
Develop and execute strategic plans to expand markets and increase revenue.
Conduct market analysis to identify potential clients, industry trends, and competitive positioning.
Generate and qualify leads through cold outreach, networking, and referrals.
Present compelling proposals and negotiate contracts with prospective clients.
Build and nurture long-term relationships with existing and new clients.
Collaborate with sales, product, and marketing teams to align offerings and tailor solutions.
Train and mentor junior BD or sales staff to enhance performance.
Track performance against KPIs such as lead conversion, revenue growth, and contract closures.
Stay current with industry developments, competitors’ activity, and evolving customer needs.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Finance, or a related field.
Proven experience as a Business Development Manager or in a sales-focused role (typically 3–5+ years in mid-level roles).
Strong proficiency with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM tools like Salesforce, HubSpot.
Excellent market research and analytical abilities—able to turn insights into actionable strategy.
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation capabilities.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving mindset.
Strong interpersonal skills for relationship building and client trust.
Leadership and mentoring ability to support junior team members. LinkedIn Business SolutionsRecruiting Resources
Time management, organization, and project coordination skills.
Experience in specific domains like SaaS, tech services, consulting, healthcare, or e‑commerce.
Familiarity with contract drafting, legal review, and regulatory frameworks.
MBA or advanced certification in sales or business development.