Overview
The Business Development Specialist plays a crucial role in identifying new business opportunities and building strategic partnerships for the organization at the GITEX 2024 event. This position is essential for driving revenue growth expanding the customer base and maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. The Business Development Specialist will work closely with the sales and marketing teams to develop and execute business development strategies aligned with the companys objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities and potential partners by visiting the GITEX 2024 event
- Build and maintain a network of contacts to facilitate business development efforts
- Develop and implement strategic plans to attract new clients and expand the customer base
- Negotiate and close deals with prospective clients and partners
- Collaborate with the marketing team to develop targeted campaigns and promotional materials
- Attend industry events and conferences to represent the organization and network with potential clients
- Provide support in the development of proposals contracts and other business documentation
- Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to identify potential risks and opportunities
- Prepare and present regular reports on business development activities and outcomes
- Work closely with the sales team to ensure seamless transition of new accounts
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration Marketing or related field
- Proven work experience in business development sales or relevant field
- Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed targets and KPIs
- Strong understanding of sales and marketing principles
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
- Proficiency in using CRM software and other relevant business tools
- Strategic thinking and problemsolving abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility to travel as required
sales,reporting,lead generation,strategic planning,market research,negotiation,event representation,networking,business opportunities,marketing,communication,proposal development,crm software,relationship building