Business Development Manager - Rural & Retail Activation

Key Responsibilities:

• New Business Development:
  
• Identify and target new clients in rural & retail activation sectors.
• Develop tailored sales strategies to drive revenue growth.
• Client Relationship Management:
  
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Understand client needs and provide strategic activation solutions.
• Market Insights & Strategy:
  
• Stay informed on trends in rural & retail activation markets.
• Use insights to craft innovative, data-driven strategies.
• Sales & Negotiation:
  
• Lead pitches, negotiate contracts, and close deals.
• Align proposals with client objectives to deliver value.
• Partnerships & Networking:
  
• Build partnerships with media owners, retailers, and industry stakeholders.
• Expand business opportunities and improve campaign execution.
• Sales Reporting:
  
• Track sales pipeline, performance, and revenue forecasts.
• Report on key metrics to senior management.

Key Qualifications:

• 5+ years of business development/sales experience in rural & retail activation or experiential marketing.
• Proven track record in generating leads, negotiating, and closing deals.
• Strong understanding of rural and retail market dynamics.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated with a results-driven mindset.Role & responsibilities