Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Informa Markets, a division within Informa, creates global platforms for industries. We organise over 500 large-scale branded and transaction-oriented events in 14 specialist markets. These are typically not-to-be-missed annual events where buyers and sellers build relationships, see and show products and do business.

We also provide year-round online platforms where companies showcase their businesses and products and buyers conduct research, generating valuable leads, and we provide data and digital content that supports the flow of knowledge and transactions in markets.

Job Description

This role is based in our Santa Monica Office.

We are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive growth of our B2B intelligence and data services, with specific focus on manufacturing and supply chain customers in the aerospace and defense sectors. This role combines strategic account management of existing clients with new business development to expand our market presence and exceed revenue goals.

Business Development & Account Growth

• Establish sales opportunities for our intelligence and data products by networking, relationship building, and conducting needs assessments with manufacturing and supply chain decision-makers
• Hunt for new business opportunities while strategically growing relationships with existing aerospace and defense manufacturing clients
• Travel regularly (up to 50% of time) for in-person client meetings and industry events to strengthen relationships and understand evolving client needs
• Manage and develop brand awareness and personal visibility in the aerospace and defense manufacturing market through proactive outreach

Solution Selling & Industry Expertise

Client Engagement

Qualifications

Required Experience :

Preferred Qualifications :

Skills & Attributes :

Additional Information

We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. That's why we work in-person with each other, or with customers and partners, three days a week or more. When you're not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces like at an Informa event you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely.

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here's some of what you can expect when you join us. But don't just take our word for it see what our colleagues have to say.

Our benefits include :

The pay range for this position is $70,000 - $75,000 depending on experience, plus commission. This posting will expire on 10 / 20.

We're not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most although not all of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.

If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process and, or in the advertised position, please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role once they have been in touch. Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence. At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information.

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