About the job
The position of Business Development Specialist is responsible for developing new business relationships and serving as the first level of support to existing clients.
Responsibilities
- Develop a growth strategy focused both on financial gain and customer satisfaction.
- Prospect and target new clients / opportunities.
- Build and maintain an active pipeline.
- Achieve assigned revenue quota.
- Conduct research to identify new markets and customer needs.
- Communicate with potential clients via phone calls, emails, etc.
- Arrange business meetings with prospective clients.
- Promote the company's services by addressing or predicting clients' objectives.
- Prepare sales contracts ensuring adherence to law-established rules and guidelines.
- Prepare quotes for customers and follow up to convert quotes into projects
- Evaluate and process RFPs as necessary.
- Keep records of sales, revenue, invoices, etc.
- Provide trustworthy feedback and after-sales support.
- Build long-term relationships with new and existing customers.
- Collaborate with the Marketing team to ensure a solid repository of relevant and up-to-date materials for sales
- Conduct on-site and remote presentations to potential clients
- Provide clients with relevant information about the company, solutions provided, pricing structure, production processes, project management, and customer service.
- Assist in the coordination and implementation of marketing strategies.
- Monitor and evaluate industry trends and customer drivers and meet regularly with management and stakeholders to discuss strategy.
- Conduct visits to current and prospective clients.
Requirements
Proven working experience as a business development executive in the Translation industry is a must .Experience in translation and localization sales or business development.Experience working closely with a marketing team.Proven B2B sales track record (closing new business)Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software (e.g. HubSpot)Proficiency in English.Market knowledge.Communication and negotiation skills.Time management and planning skills.Organized and self-motivated with a can-do attitude.BSc / BA in business administration, sales, or a relevant field.Proficiency with data analysis, forecasting, and budgeting.