Manager, Business Development, Entertainment & Hospitality

QSCRemote, US

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Remote

Job description

Overview

The Manager of Business Development for Entertainment & Hospitality is responsible for direct end customer engagement and developing a team to drive growth and revenue within the cinema, hospitality, and entertainment vertical markets across the Americas. This role involves identifying and cultivating target end users, expanding market share, and delivering a great experience consistent with our brand. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in growing our company's presence in these important verticals.

Base Pay Range 115,000 - 176,000

The above reflects the pay range that QSC reasonably expects to pay for this role. This pay range also depends on various factors such as job duties and requirements, relevant experience and skills and geographic location. In addition to the base salary range, QSC offers a comprehensive package including but not limited to health benefits, 401K or Roth retirement plans, generous time off and profit sharing.

QSC thrives where innovative technology and compelling audio-visual experiences intersect. For over 50 years, QSC has pioneered the technology and solutions that enable immersive cinema, live performance audio, themed entertainment, digital collaboration and meeting experiences for our customers and partners around the world. A globally recognized innovator in the design, engineering, and manufacture of category leading high-performance loudspeakers, digital mixers, power amplifiers, audio processors, digital cinema solutions, and the Q-SYS™ software-based audio, video and control Ecosystem.

By joining the QSC team, you will be in a challenging, collaborative, fun, and innovative environment. We encourage employees to take ownership, to color outside the lines, and to imagine possibilities. Our culture is casual but dynamic, with cross-functional teams collaborating on creating memorable audio-visual experiences that deliver joy to people, wherever they are. At QSC, fun and hard work go hand in hand. Join us and make a difference in the way people experience movies, meetings, presentations, live performances, and much more.

is a cloud-manageable audio, video and control (AV&C) Platform built around a modern, standards-based IT architecture. With established solutions across Corporate, Education, Hospitality, Venues & Events, Cinema, Government, Healthcare, and Transportation, Q-SYS redefines what is possible for live and virtual experiences by uniting hardware and software partners, developers, and creators.

delivers high-performance loudspeakers, digital mixers, power amplifiers, software and accessories. Our innovative products and solutions, supported with free training & education and unparalleled customer service, set the stage for creators, performers, and entertainment providers to confidently deliver impactful experiences for their audiences.

Responsibilities

Create Vertical Market Strategies

Conduct thorough market research to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges within the cinema, hospitality, and entertainment verticals.
Analyze competitor activities and market dynamics to formulate effective strategies.
Develop and execute a comprehensive business development plan to expand our presence in key verticals.
Work with the Alliances and Ecosystem team to secure partnerships that drive revenue and enhance the company's position in the market.
Monitor and report on key performance indicators related to revenue and market share.

Direct Sales Execution

Create and implement innovative sales strategies to drive revenue growth.

Collaborate with the sales, marketing and other teams to set and achieve sales targets within each sub-vertical.

Actively engage in direct business development activities to stimulate demand, identify opportunities, and build pipeline.

Lead and mentor a team of business development professionals in engaging potential clients and stakeholders to grow our business, providing guidance and support.

Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

Develop and manage the budget for business development activities for hospitality and entertainment and ensure cost-effective use of resources while maximizing ROI.

Build Key Account Management Practice

Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing clients.

Ensure client satisfaction and address any issues or concerns promptly.

Drive revenue growth by closing deals and securing long-term adoption.

Other responsibilities include :

Leading and managing the Solutions Architect Team Members

Recruiting new sales talent into the organization

Assisting with new hire onboarding and filling training gaps within the existing BD team.

Help with occasional special projects.

Organizing and conducting effective team cadence meetings

Enforce Data Integrity for BisDev’s Account, Contact, Opportunity, and Quote records.

Attending training to develop relevant knowledge, techniques, and skills.

Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, motivating and supporting the business development team to achieve their objectives.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent (HS Diploma)

Bachelor's degree preferred

Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated and relevant experience in personal selling

Proven experience working with adjacent sales teams, such as consultant liaisons, strategic teams, and channels

Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills

Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office and sales management software (ERP / CRM, etc.)

Highly independent and self-motivated

Ability to manage conflicting business priorities

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