Business Development Manager
Informa Markets, a division within Informa, creates global platforms for industries. We organise over 500 large-scale branded and transaction-oriented events in 14 specialist markets. These are typically not-to-be-missed annual events where buyers and sellers build relationships, see and show products and do business.
We also provide year-round online platforms where companies showcase their businesses and products and buyers conduct research, generating valuable leads, and we provide data and digital content that supports the flow of knowledge and transactions in markets.
Job Description
This role is based in our New York, NY Office. We are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive growth of our B2B intelligence and data services, with specific focus on manufacturing and supply chain customers in the aerospace and defence sectors. This role combines strategic account management of existing clients with new business development to expand our market presence and exceed revenue goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish sales opportunities for our intelligence and data products by networking, relationship building, and conducting needs assessments with manufacturing and supply chain decision-makers
- Hunt for new business opportunities while strategically growing relationships with existing aerospace and defence manufacturing clients
- Travel regularly (up to 50% of time) for in-person client meetings and industry events to strengthen relationships and understand evolving client needs
- Manage and develop brand awareness and personal visibility in the aerospace and defence manufacturing market through proactive outreach
Solution Selling & Industry Expertise
Develop deep understanding of our intelligence and data offerings, competitive landscape, and challenges specific to aerospace and defenceCreate sophisticated data-driven solutions that address specific client needsWork collaboratively with Customer Support teams and other colleagues to deliver optimal intelligence solutionsStay current on trends, challenges, and opportunities in aerospace and defence manufacturing to position our data products effectivelyClient Engagement
Engage effectively with high-level executives, including C-suite manufacturing and supply chain decision makersConduct professional online and in-person meetings with prospects and clients to demonstrate the value of our intelligence solutionsEnsure ongoing client satisfaction through responsive service and regular business reviews showing ROI of our data productsNavigate across large teams to effectively serve client needs and maximize the value of our intelligence offeringsQualifications
Required Experience
5+ years of B2B sales experienceProven track record of surpassing goals and expanding large accountsExperience prospecting top-tier manufacturing businesses and maintaining client satisfactionStrong presentation, communication, negotiation and closing skillsProficiency in Salesforce CRMPreferred Qualifications
Experience selling data intelligence or subscription services to manufacturing and supply chain clientsKnowledge of the Aerospace & Defence manufacturing ecosystem and supply chain dynamics preferred but not requiredExperience engaging with C-Level aerospace and defence executivesUnderstanding of how intelligence and data solutions drive business decisions in aerospace and defenceSkills & Attributes
Superior written and verbal communication skills for engaging with technical and executive audiencesStrong organizational abilities to manage multiple subscription accounts and prioritiesSelf-motivated with ability to work in a fast-paced environmentStrategic thinking and consultative selling approach to complex data solutionsAbility to travel 50% of the time to client sites and industry eventsThe pay range for this position is $70,000 - $75,000 depending on experience, plus commission This posting will expire on 11 / 20