SquidJC
Website:
squidjc.com
Job details:
About the RoleWe are looking for a results-driven Business Development Manager to drive revenue growth by acquiring new clients and building long-term business relationships. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of advertising, branding, digital marketing, and integrated marketing solutions. They will be responsible for identifying business opportunities, pitching agency services, and working closely with internal teams to convert prospects into long-term clients.
Key Responsibilities- Identify, generate, and qualify new business opportunities through networking, referrals, outbound outreach, and strategic partnerships.
- Develop and execute business development strategies to achieve monthly and quarterly revenue targets.
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective clients.
- Conduct client meetings, presentations, and agency pitches.
- Understand client marketing objectives and recommend suitable advertising and digital marketing solutions.
- Prepare proposals, quotations, and commercial agreements in coordination with internal teams.
- Negotiate pricing and close new business opportunities.
- Work closely with Strategy, Client Servicing, Creative, Performance Marketing, and Production teams during the onboarding process.
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
- Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging marketing opportunities.
- Represent the agency at networking events, exhibitions, and industry conferences.
- Maintain accurate sales records, pipeline updates, and forecasts using CRM tools.
- Meet monthly revenue, conversion, and business acquisition targets.
Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Advertising, or a related field.
- 3–6 years of experience in business development, sales, or client acquisition.
- Prior experience in an Advertising Agency, Digital Marketing Agency, Branding Agency, or Media Agency is highly preferred.
- Proven track record of achieving sales and revenue targets.
- Strong understanding of branding, social media marketing, performance marketing, website development, influencer marketing, and creative services.
- Excellent presentation, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to build relationships with senior decision-makers.
- Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
Preferred Skills- Existing network of marketing professionals and business decision-makers.
- Experience with CRM platforms such as HubSpot, Zoho CRM, Salesforce, or similar.
- Ability to create impactful pitch decks and proposals.
- Understanding of integrated marketing campaigns and media planning.
- Experience selling digital marketing retainers and creative services.
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