Business Development Associate Job Description

A Business Development Associate (BDA) is an entry-level position that is responsible for identifying new industries and clients for an organization.

Because a BDA generally does not manage a team, this position is often viewed as an entry point for a career in business development.

Responsibilities of a Business Development Associate include: Identifying and developing leads Gathering information on potential clients Generating leads through referrals and other sources Maintaining a sales pipeline and following up with leads Working with potential clients to develop product and marketing strategies

Job Brief:

We’re looking for a Business Development Associate to help us expand our business. As a Business Development Associate, you will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities. You will also be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with our existing clients. If you are a motivated self-starter with excellent communication and negotiation skills, we want to hear from you!

Business Development Associate Duties:

• Perform market research in order to identify potential clients, research potential markets, and evaluate potential sales opportunities
• Work with marketing executive to produce sales strategy
• Produce proposals and presentations that meet or exceed client expectations
• Participate in trade shows and networking events
• Create marketing campaigns, promotions, and event programs
• Manage and monitor trade shows, conferences, and networking events
• Conduct market research for prospective clients
• Meet with clients and prospective clients to develop and expand business relationships
• Collaborate with account management team to develop sales strategies and plans
• Conduct mailers and telemarketing campaigns
• Develop new business leads
• Propose new business or companion contracts for existing customers
• Develop sales strategies and plans
• Visit current and prospective clients in person
• Assist in client proposals, presentations, etc.
• Conduct price negotiations
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality processes,

Business Development Associate Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the CEO, the VP of Operations, and other senior staff members to develop and implement strategies for recruiting new dealers, securing new clients, retaining current clients, and upselling to existing customers
• Research, identify, and create strategic partnerships with potential dealers, clients, and distributors
• Track and report on progress and escalate business opportunities to management
• Communicate with, interview, and hire prospective employees
• Develop and maintain relationships with current dealers, clients, and distributors
• Collaborate with various departments across the organization to accomplish goals

Requirements And Skills:

• Proven sales experience
• Strong analytical skills and decision-making abilities
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to conduct presentations
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a constant eye on quality
• Knowledge of jobsite safety practices required
• Flexible scheduling

Company Name is passionate about building a diverse and inclusive team. We strongly encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities.