Market Research / Consulting Services ,
Our client , a leading company in Market Research / Consulting Services , is looking for Business Development Manager for Iraq to be based in Amman Jordan
About the role:
The Business Development Manager will play an important role in our growth plans in Iraq. This is very much a proactive sales role, geared towards opening new doors for us. The overall scope will include selling all elements of the client Service Lines, ensuring the business establishes & builds new relationships with prospective clients.
Responsibilities:
Driving new business revenue- identifying new clients and introducing the full range of services to clients, helping to build relationships, identifying and helping to renew relationships with lapsed clients
Establishing personal credibility, increasing awareness of our offer, and creating (not waiting for) new opportunities
Working closely with the wider team to grow revenue and relationships with clients. Ensuring a smooth transition of new wins to research teams
Helping to develop and deliver compelling sales materials
Providing prospects with engaging proposals/ materials for meetings and ensuring timely follow ups and next actions sent to research teams
Continuous measurement of business development process, highlighting any potential blockages and ensuring continuous improvement
Tracking competitive marketplace and what is happening in the industry, helping ensure our teams are up to date with what is happening with clients and prospects
Making the client famous by contributing to our Marketing and Communications Plan- acting as ambassador for the Services Lines and the company
Requirements:
As a Business Development Manager, you will be commercially minded, with strong business and financial acumen.
Have experience in a sales/ client relationship development role (market research environment preferred but not essential)
Experience in a B2B sales role, in a professional services environment
Have strong connections and knowledge in the Iraqi market
Demonstrable success in previous roles in winning new business and building long term partnerships
Strong attention to detail
A team player
Basic research knowledge, with a curiosity to learn
An ability to work confidently at all times and instill confidence in colleagues and prospects alike
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills
Knowledge of the market research sector would be advantageous