Media Agency - Business Development Manager

Job description / Role

Our client, a Dubai-Based digital agency, focused on balancing Quality, User experience and Value in Website development, Mobile Apps Development and Branding is looking to hire a Business Development Manager

Primary responsibilities:
• 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 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
• Planning and overseeing new marketing initiatives
• Attending conferences, meetings, and industry events
• When it comes to the challenge of actually selling, other typical duties include:
• Preparing PowerPoint presentations and sales displays
• Contacting clients to inform them about new developments in the company’s products and services
• Developing quotes and proposals
• Negotiating and renegotiating by phone, email, and in person
• Developing sales goals for the team and ensuring they are met
• Training personnel and helping team members develop their skills
• Good business sense
• A deep understanding of marketing principles

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organization, including executive and C-level
• Proven Business development or other relevant experience
• Ability to work in virtual teams and Matrix environment
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects at a time while paying strict attention to detail
• Team orientation and the ability to work closely with cross-functional partners.
• Flexible "can do" attitude needed to thrive in a fast-growing company.
• Demonstrated the ability to confidently interact with external experts
• Self-motivation, innovator, and drive to ensure success
• Self-accountability persuasiveness and competitiveness
• Experience in delivering client-focused solutions based on customer needs
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills
• Excellent public speaker, with outstanding presentation skills
• Demonstrate professional and ethical behavior.
• Demonstrate role model behavior in line with the company Leadership Attributes and Core Values.
• Candidates with a driving license and own car preferred

About the Company

BAC Middle East - the longest established professional recruitment consultancy in the UAE. Established in 1979, we have been at the forefront of the region's recruitment industry for 40 years and were the first firm of our type in the world to achieve ISO9001 certification: a reflection of our constant emphasis on quality and customer satisfaction.

With our well-developed infrastructure and staff strength, we are able to assist you with recruitment needs ranging from junior professionals through to middle and senior management, whatever your industry sector.

BAC's proven regional experience and resources can help ensure that you recruit the best available candidates and enjoy the many advantages of a managed recruitment process.