Job Opportunity Business Development Manager

Company: Acorn
Position: Business Development Manager
Department: Growth & Client Partnerships
Industry: Advertising & Marketing
Location: Hyderabad
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Experience: 8 Years
Salary: Up to 10 LPA + Performance-Based Incentives

Role Overview

We are looking for a dynamic and target-oriented Business Development Manager to drive new business opportunities, client acquisition, and revenue growth for our advertising and marketing business.

The ideal candidate should have strong experience in business development, sales, client acquisition, advertising, branding, digital marketing, or creative agency environments. The candidate will be responsible for identifying prospects, building strong client relationships, managing pitches and proposals, and converting opportunities into business.

Key Responsibilities

New Business Development

- Identify and develop new business opportunities across industries.
- Generate qualified leads through networking, referrals, cold outreach, and industry events.
- Develop and maintain a solid sales pipeline.
- Execute business development strategies to achieve revenue targets.

Client Acquisition & Relationship Management

- Identify and connect with decision-makers and key brand stakeholders.
- Understand client requirements and propose suitable branding and marketing solutions.
- Conduct client meetings, presentations, negotiations, and follow-ups.
- Build and maintain long-term client relationships.
- Coordinate with internal teams for smooth project handover.

Proposal & Pitch Management

- Work with strategy and creative teams to prepare proposals and pitch decks.
- Participate in client presentations and new business pitches.
- Manage the sales process from lead generation to deal closure.
- Respond to RFPs and other business opportunities.

Revenue & Commercial Management

- Achieve monthly, quarterly,



and annual sales and revenue targets.
- Handle pricing, commercial negotiations, and contract discussions.
- Monitor competitor activities and market trends.
- Identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling.

Partnerships & Market Development

- Develop strategic partnerships with relevant service providers and industry networks.
- Attend networking events, conferences, and industry meets.
- Stay updated on advertising, branding, digital marketing, and emerging market trends.

Required Skills

- Strong understanding of advertising, branding, digital marketing, and marketing services.
- Proven experience in B2B sales and client acquisition.
- Strong lead generation and business development skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Strong relationship-management and networking abilities.
- Commercial awareness and a target-oriented approach.
- Ability to manage multiple prospects and sales opportunities independently.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and result-oriented.

Experience Required

- 8 years of experience in Business Development, Sales, Client Acquisition, or related roles.
- Experience in an advertising agency, digital marketing agency, branding agency, creative agency, media company, or marketing agency is preferred.
- Proven track record of generating business, managing key accounts, and closing deals.

Educational Qualification

- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
- MBA/PGDM in Marketing is preferred.

Compensation

Up to 10 LPA + Performance-Based Incentives

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for an experienced business development professional with a strong background in B2B sales, client acquisition, and revenue growth, preferably within advertising, digital marketing, branding, creative, media, or marketing agencies. The candidate should have a proven ability to build client relationships, manage high-value opportunities, and achieve business targets.

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