Identifying new sales leads
Pitching products and/or services
Maintaining fruitful relationships with existing customers
Researching organisations and individuals online (especially on social media) to identify new leads and potential new markets
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
Contacting clients to inform them about new developments in the companyβs products
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
To be an effective business development executive, an individual must be:
Socially adept
Good with numbers
Able to provide quality leadership to a large team of sales people
Strong communication and IT fluency
Creative talents and the ability to solve tough problems
In-depth knowledge of the industry and its current events
The ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines
Skill in prioritizing and triaging obligations
Attention to detail
Excellent time management and organisation