Business Development Manager

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Business Development Manager acquiring Singapore clients for Populix, a market and policy research consultancy. Owning B2B sales pipelines, partnerships, and research-solution proposals.

Responsibilities:

  • Identify and originate new business opportunities across corporates, MNCs, agencies, consultancies and other relevant organisations, with ownership of your own sales pipeline.
  • Own the sales process from prospecting and pitching through to negotiation, closing and handover for delivery.
  • Build and maintain relationships with prospective clients across marketing, insights, strategy and commercial functions, focusing on converting relationships into repeat business.
  • Work with senior management and Indonesia-based research, panel, technology and operations teams to understand client needs and develop relevant proposals and research solutions.
  • Prospect and build Populix's network in Singapore through client meetings, industry events, referrals and other business development channels.
  • Identify and develop referral and channel partnerships that can generate qualified leads and new client opportunities.
  • Support the Singapore team in building Populix's visibility and credibility through events, thought leadership and client-facing initiatives.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in any field; Master's degree is a plus.
  • 3–7 years of relevant experience, ideally in business development, sales, market research, consulting, insights, advertising, media or related fields.
  • Proven track record in B2B sales, lead generation, new client acquisition or account management is a strong advantage.
  • Highly commercial, proactive and results-oriented, with demonstrated ability to independently prospect, develop and close opportunities.
  • Strong communication, presentation, pitching, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
  • Comfortable taking ownership of individual deals while working closely with senior management and regional teams for support and guidance.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across different levels of internal and external stakeholders.
  • Proficient in English is a must.
  • Mandarin proficiency is a plus.
  • Must be based in Singapore.