Thomson Reuters is a leading provider of trusted content and technology solutions. The Business Development Executive is responsible for driving growth by identifying new business opportunities and securing sales, while also managing existing accounts and collaborating with various teams to enhance product offerings.
Responsibilities:
- Implement sales strategies, identify new opportunities, and create go-to-market initiatives
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and customers, leveraging your network and expertise to generate new business and grow existing accounts
- Collaborate with product development and marketing teams to ensure our solutions remain competitive and relevant in an ever-changing market
- Provide regular reports on sales performance, market trends, and competitive analysis to your manager and other key stakeholders
- Stay up to date on industry trends and best practices, sharing insights and knowledge with the wider organization to drive continuous improvement
- Act as the point of contact for all sales-related inquiries and manage the sales process from start to finish
- Meet agreed-upon targets for profitable sales volume, market share, and other key financial performance objectives
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in sales, with a proven track record of success in a similar role
- Strong knowledge of the book publishing market and an understanding of the challenges faced by organizations in this space
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with customers and stakeholders at all levels
- Driven and results-oriented approach, with a passion for developing and delivering innovative solutions
- Ability to think strategically and operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Comprehensive knowledge of the product development life cycle
- Ability to manage time well and work independently