Business Development Manager Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Business Development Manager includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Plan, develop and oversee the overall business development strategy
  • Plan for company's financial success
  • Determine key business development KPIs
  • Work with sales and marketing teams
  • Do a regular market research
  • Attend various educational programs and conferences
  • Communicate with clients
  • Build strong relationships with cleints
  • Develop sales strategy and onboard new customers
  • Negotiate deals
  • Build strong relationships with industry professionals, competitors, vendors and other personnel
  • Contribute to the reputation of the organization by entering and achieving professional awards.
  • Support team members
  • Manage and train the business development team

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Business Development Manager duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Business Development Manager roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.