Hello there! Are you a driven and dynamic individual with a passion for business development? Do you thrive in fast-paced and ever-changing environments? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Cognizant is currently seeking a BD Lead to join our team and help drive our business growth. As a BD Lead, you will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, cultivating relationships with potential clients, and developing strategies to increase revenue. We are looking for someone with a strong background in sales and business development, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and a proven track record of success. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!
- Identify new business opportunities and potential clients through market research and networking.
- Develop and implement strategies to increase revenue and drive business growth.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with potential and existing clients.
- Collaborate with other team members to create innovative solutions and proposals for clients.
- Conduct sales presentations and negotiations to secure new business deals.
- Monitor and analyze market trends and competition to adjust strategies accordingly.
- Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the company's products/services and industry.
- Provide regular updates and reports on business development activities and progress.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and successful project delivery.
- Continuously seek out new and innovative ways to expand the company's business.
- Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities.
- Mentor and train junior team members to develop their business development skills.
- Maintain a high level of professionalism and integrity in all interactions with clients and colleagues.
- Keep up-to-date with industry developments and best practices in business development.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement and contribute to the overall success of the company.
Excellent Communication And Interpersonal Skills, With The Ability To Build And Maintain Relationships With Clients And Internal Stakeholders.
Bachelor's Or Master's Degree In Business, Marketing, Or A Related Field.
At Least 5 Years Of Experience In Business Development, Sales, Or Account Management In The It Services Industry.
Proven Track Record Of Successfully Leading And Closing Large Deals In The It Services Space.
Strong Understanding Of Technology And Industry Trends, And Ability To Translate Them Into Business Opportunities.
Networking
Market Research
Business Development
Negotiation
Relationship Building
Solution selling
Proposal Writing
Pipeline management
Team Leadership
Competitive analysis
Client management
Sales Strategy
Communication
Emotional Intelligence
Leadership
Time management
creativity
Organization
Critical thinking
Teamwork
Adaptability
Problem-Solving
According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a BD Lead is between $90,000 to $150,000 per year. However, this can vary depending on factors such as industry, location, and experience. Some BD Leads can make upwards of $200,000 per year in high-demand industries and locations.
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Cognizant is an American multinational corporation that provides IT services, including digital, technology, consulting, and operations services.

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