Business Development Manager (Sponsorship & Exhibition Sales).

We have a current opportunity for a Business Development Manager (Sponsorship & Exhibition) on a permanent basis. The position will be based in Singapore. For further information about this position please apply.

The Business Development Manager's responsibility is pivotal in driving Sponsorship & Exhibition sales for Exhibitions and Conferences in Asia.

Role: Business Development Manager (Sponsorship and Exhibition)

Location: Singapore

Accountabilities

In this role you would be expected to:

• Meet or exceed sponsorship sales targets
• Establish and maintain key account relationships in focus markets
• Take sponsor Lead responsibilities for selected events
• Coordinate sponsorship activities in liaison with the media and content solutions team
• Identify and lead sales efforts on integrated marketing opportunities as appropriate
• Support colleagues in the Event teams and around the region as necessary
• Liaise with associates and agents in the territory as necessary

To succeed in the role you would have:

• Extensive B2B sales experience in the Asia where you have progressively achieved higher targets
• Experience in selling sponsorship with demonstrated results
• Proven ability at event sponsorship sales and relationship management
• Regular sales log reference kept for weekly and monthly sponsorship calls and meetings
• Bachelor degree holder in economics, business or international studies (preferred)
• Strong written and spoken English
• Asian language abilities a distinct advantage

You will be able to demonstrate:

• Able to work and research new business and pitch to prospective clients
• Drive and determination to succeed
• An excellent communicator with a strong presence, good presentation skills
• Ability to be independent and resourceful, but totally committed to being part of a regional team
• Ability to meet deadlines and cope well under pressure
• Good awareness of economic and political issues affecting business investment and operations in the region
• Well-organised and efficient with excellent time management skills to meet target and deadlines
• Persistence in meeting pre-set targets and aiming high if targets are met

EA License Number: R2198671

Agency License Number: 11C4388

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