At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive business growth by building relationships and engaging clients with innovative market insights.
- Company: Join one of North America's fastest-growing market research firms, powered by AI technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, commissions, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with excellent career advancement opportunities.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a dynamic environment while connecting with industry leaders.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in consultative sales and market research; strong relationship-building skills required.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 70000 $ per year.
We are one of North America's fastest-growing market research companies, known for our forward-thinking experts and innovative approaches powered by artificial intelligence (AI) technologies.
We boast the most accurate panel (LEO) and insights.
Stay connected to the evolving perspectives and trends shaping your industry.
Job Description
The Senior Manager, Business Development supports client and prospect engagement across Leger by helping create and sustain commercial relationships.
The role works closely with the Sales team to identify and approach prospective organizations, follow up with clients and prospects, and connect them with relevant Leger content, webinars, events, offers, and services.
Success in the role requires an entrepreneurial mindset, strong relationship-building skills, sound organization, and the ability to understand client needs and translate them into business opportunities in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Identify and approach new companies and organizations to support business development efforts.
- Engage prospects and clients through email, phone, social media, and other appropriate channels to strengthen relationships with Leger.
- Invite prospects and clients to Leger webinars, events, and other engagement initiatives and ensure timely follow-up.
- Share relevant Leger articles, content, offers, and services based on client initiatives and business needs.
- Support the Sales team with the preparation and distribution of sales documents and presentations.
- Coordinate with Marketing to support sales strategies, lead-generation efforts, webinars, conferences, and other sales events.
- Maintain accurate and current sales and client records in the CRM system.
- Monitor market trends and build product knowledge to contribute effectively to the sales process.
Qualifications
- University degree or college diploma in business administration or a related field of study.
- Minimum five (5) years of experience in consultative sales
- Minimum five (5) years of experience in the market research or strategic consulting industry as a consultant or market/strategic research professional
- Experience using a CRM platform, such as Hub Spot or Salesforce, is considered an asset.
- Additional Information
Skills
- Business Development & Networking: Ability to build relationships, expand professional networks, and identify new business opportunities.
- Client Understanding & Strategic Thinking: Ability to understand client needs and organizational priorities and translate them into relevant business opportunities.
- Communication & Relationship Management: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including confidence and credibility when engaging with VP- and C-level executives.
- Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders and cross-functional teams, particularly Sales and Marketing.
- Drive & Organization: Entrepreneurial mindset, curiosity, tenacity, and autonomy, combined with strong organizational skills and a professional, courteous approach.
Base Pay: $70,000, plus sales commissions. Expected total OTE $90,000.
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Senior Manager, Business Development in Toronto employer: Leger360
Leger is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture, perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of business development. With a focus on employee growth, we offer ample opportunities for professional advancement and skill enhancement, all while working in a vibrant environment that encourages innovation and creativity. Located in a thriving area, our team enjoys not only competitive benefits but also the chance to engage with diverse clients and contribute to meaningful projects.
