Strategic Business Developer

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Strategic Business Developer to join our team. This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills to drive business growth and foster long-term partnerships. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, demonstrating resilience, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset to align internal teams and external stakeholders toward shared goals. Deep industry knowledge and a focus on measurable outcomes are critical for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a long-term strategic vision by identifying market opportunities, analyzing industry trends, and aligning strategies with company objectives.

• Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with clients, stakeholders, and partners to drive mutually beneficial outcomes.

• Communicate complex ideas clearly, adapt messaging to diverse audiences, and actively listen to understand client and team needs.

• Lead negotiations to secure favorable deals while ensuring win-win outcomes for all parties.

• Anticipate challenges, think creatively, and develop innovative solutions to complex business problems.

• Collaborate effectively with internal teams (e.g., sales, marketing, product) to drive cohesive strategies and achieve shared goals.

• Monitor and measure progress toward strategic objectives using relevant metrics and KPIs, adjusting approaches as needed to ensure success.

• Stay informed about industry trends, competitors, customer pain points, and emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge.

• Demonstrate resilience in the face of setbacks, maintaining motivation and focus on long-term objectives.

• Adapt strategies and approaches in response to market shifts, resource constraints, or unexpected challenges.

Qualifications and Skills:

Strategic Vision

• Strong prioritization skills to focus on high-impact goals and initiatives, even with limited resources.

• Ability to align diverse teams around a shared vision, inspire buy-in, and maintain strategic consistency across short- and long-term actions.

• Expertise in assessing risks and opportunities, iterating on plans to ensure relevance, and translating high-level visions into actionable steps.

• Commitment to continuous learning, staying informed about emerging trends, technologies, and market dynamics.

Relationship Building

• Exceptional networking skills with a track record of fostering trust and maintaining long-term partnerships with clients, stakeholders, and partners.

• High emotional intelligence, with the ability to resolve conflicts, actively listen, and adapt communication styles to connect with diverse individuals.

• Proven ability to build trust through reliability, authenticity, and empathy, ensuring relationships remain mutually beneficial.

Communication Skills

• Ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively, tailoring communication to diverse audiences (e.g., executives, peers, clients).

• Experience delivering confident, impactful communication in high-pressure situations and across various platforms (e.g., presentations, emails, virtual settings).

Adaptability

• Thrives in dynamic environments, with a proven ability to pivot strategies in response to market shifts, resource constraints, or unexpected challenges.

• Quick learner, capable of acquiring new skills or tools rapidly to meet project demands.

• Resourceful in navigating limited resources or support, with a focus on creative problem-solving.

• Ability to lead others through change, inspiring confidence and adoption of new approaches.

Negotiation Skills

• Track record of securing favorable deals while fostering collaborative, win-win outcomes.

• Ability to build rapport, manage conflict, and remain composed when faced with aggressive or unreasonable demands.

• Creative problem-solving to navigate stalemates and achieve mutually beneficial agreements .

Results-Driven

• Proven ability to set and achieve measurable goals, with a focus on delivering tangible outcomes.

• Strong organizational skills to track progress, prioritize high-impact tasks, and meet deadlines without sacrificing quality.

• Proactive in overcoming obstacles, taking initiative, and driving projects to successful completion.

• Data-driven mindset, leveraging feedback and metrics to refine approaches and achieve better results.

Problem-Solving

• Analytical and creative thinker with a track record of resolving complex challenges through structured, innovative approaches.

• Ability to prioritize issues, break down problems into manageable parts, and anticipate potential obstacles.

• Collaborative problem-solver, open to seeking input from others and integrating diverse perspectives.

Industry Knowledge

• Deep understanding of the industry’s competitive landscape, key trends, customer pain points, and value chain.

• Ability to analyze competitors, identify differentiators, and recommend strategies for success.

• Proficiency in leveraging data and analytics to drive informed decision-making.

Resilience

• Proven ability to handle rejection, setbacks, and criticism while maintaining motivation and focus.

• Growth mindset, viewing failures as learning opportunities and maintaining optimism in adversity.

• Confident problem-solver with a focus on solutions rather than dwelling on challenges.

Collaboration

• Strong team player with experience aligning cross-functional teams (e.g., sales, marketing, product) toward shared goals.

• Open to learning from teammates, balancing personal ideas with group contributions, and providing constructive feedback.

• Proactive in supporting team success, maintaining clear communication, and motivating others to stay aligned with objectives.

At Brand Awareness Media, we are committed to driving innovation and delivering value to our clients and stakeholders. As a Strategic Business Developer, you will have the opportunity to shape our strategic direction, build meaningful partnerships, and drive impactful results in a collaborative, dynamic environment. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Company Description

At Brand Awareness Media, we are committed to driving innovation and delivering value to our clients and stakeholders. As a Strategic Business Developer, you will have the opportunity to shape our strategic direction, build meaningful partnerships, and drive impactful results in a collaborative, dynamic environment. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development.