Business Development Manager Skills, Experience, and Job Requirements

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

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Updated: May 22, 2025 - The Business Development Manager for Data Center transactions brings strong expertise in project management and real estate site selection for commercial and industrial use. This role requires skill in negotiating commercial and technical terms and handling legal, financial, and technical documentation. The manager demands effective communication, cross-functional influence, and precise management of project budgets, timelines, and specifications.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Business Development Manager Resume

Market Research
Financial Analysis
Data Analytics
CRM Software Proficiency
Proposal Writing
Contract Negotiation
Strategic Planning
Sales Forecasting
Project Management
Competitor Analysis

Communication
Networking
Persuasion
Adaptability
Problem Solving
Creativity
Leadership
Teamwork
Emotional Intelligence
Negotiation Skills

Summary of Business Development Manager Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BA in Marketing with 5 years of experience

Exposure to Sales, Marketing, Operations, R&D, or Finance preferred
Experience and exposure to Sales, Marketing, Operations, R&D, and Finance
Previous experience in Marketing / Product Management
Excellent presentation and interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple projects while delivering on established timelines
Excellent organizational skills
Experience in successfully developing and introducing new products
Experience and proven track record in developing and implementing Marketing strategies
Experience in recruitment, selection, and development of products and services to achieve strategic objectives
Previous experience in Marketing / Product Management

2. BS in Business Administration with 2 years of experience

Proven ability to build creditability
Superior client engagement and communication skills
Strong strategic thinking, creative problem solving and analytical skills
Self-motivated, results-driven, flexible, customer-focused
Should be a strong team-player
Proven ability to manage internal, and external resources and cross-functional relationship
Some travel requires in the country and outside the country
Experience working with financial indicators to measure business performance
Project planning/management
Proficient at MS Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel and Word)Additional InformationVisa is an EEO Employer.
Understanding of and experience in the data center industry, including data center design and general operations

3. BS in Economics with 3 years of experience

Data Center transaction, project or program management experience
Strong knowledge of alternative real estate transaction approaches, structures, and best practices, related development processes, and commercial/industrial site selection
Ability to understand & communicate high-level electrical, power & cooling, fiber optics, and other technical requirements, particularly related to Internet infrastructure
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Proven track record of positively influencing teams and leaders
Ability to work effectively across internal and external organizations
Ability to negotiate commercial and technical components of infrastructure development projects
Ability to negotiate legal documents and interact with legal resources
Ability to document and communicate key project deliverables, timelines and costs
Ability to develop budgets and track hard and soft costs for land, infrastructure and building
Ability to recognize and communicate real estate, technical, and construction requirements
Ability to connect and engage with internal and external partner teams at all levels of the organization

4. BA in Communications with 6 years of experience

Proven ability to meet sales targets/quotas
Have knowledge of the international Australian corporate sector and the ability to apply that when selling our corporate solutions.
Have experience in winning deals with long sales cycles and ongoing negotiations.
Experience in delivering tailored presentations face-to-face and via online platforms.
Customer-focused and can build strong rapport & mutually beneficial relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
A diligent professional who has decision-making, organizational, and time-management skills with attention to detail
Strong work ethic and ability work under pressure
Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and ability to articulate through excellent verbal and written communication
Experience leading/facilitating recurring project meetings to ensure cost, timing and quality targets are met
Experience developing process documentation and driving automation to reduce cycle times and simplify execution

5. BS in Finance with 4 years of experience

Good first degree in a subject relevant to the FinTech Industry.
Passionate about building world-class products on the web/mobile
Excellent communicator and analytical and data-driven
Experience in payment schemes/bank cards/FinTech/money transfer industry is preferred
Skilled at working effectively with cross-functional teams in a matrix organization
Excellent written and verbal communication
Experience with product launches and working with marketing teams
Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to roll up sleeves
Positive and flexible attitude to work, particularly with new initiatives
Diplomatic in meeting and working with people, good cultural awareness
Understanding and commitment to equal opportunities
Capable of developing and maintaining strong client relationships
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and highly organized

6. BS in Management with 5 years of experience

Experience in investment banking, private equity, or management consulting
Strong practical experience in structuring, negotiating and monitoring portfolio entities
Strong understanding of financial statements and financial returns analysis
Highly motivated and strong work ethic
Proactive self-starter, with proven ability to initiate and bring deals to completion
Sound business judgment, problem-solving and commercial instincts
Excellent organizational, multi-tasking and time management skills with demonstrated ability to work efficiently and meet tight deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with large, culturally diverse teams at all levels
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, Spanish and Portuguese
Ability to communicate ideas clearly and confidently with good presentation skills in one-on-one settings or to larger groups
Good oral and written communication skills in French and German
Ability to communicate ideas clearly and confidently
Basic or above oral and written communication skills in Italian

7. BA in Entrepreneurship with 1 year of experience

Experience in a Sales / Commercial environment, within the drinks industry (preferred)
Extensive understanding of the on-trade channel
Strong network and contact base in the channel
Dynamic self-starter, highly motivated, and eager to achieve success
Results and profit-orientated
Highly organized and takes a planned approach to work
Displays emotional intelligence in high-pressure situations
Forward-looking, focussed on continuous improvement in productivity and effectiveness
Proactive, reliable, and have a strong focus on achievement
Previous experience in the bus industry is considered a strong plus
Native-level Swedish speaker and fluent in English, every other European language

8. BS in International Business with 4 years of experience

Marketing experience in the Gaming Industry.
Experience selling agency services to clients.
Excellent presentation skills: PowerPoint, verbal, written, and in-person.
Proven track record of selling successful Integrated Marketing Campaigns.
Understanding of all the agency’s services such as Events, Sponsorships, Influencers, Social Media, Content Creation, Creative Services, Advertising, Loaner Pool and Public Relations.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Well organized, delivering work to a brief and deadlines, sometimes under pressure.
A team player and always ready to help others.
Creative and have a drive for action.
Reliable and independent approach to work.
High-quality standards and client focussed.
Ability to work autonomously, under pressure, and meet deadlines.

9. BA in Public Relations with 5 years of experience

Experience in corporate or governmental business development which includes face-to-face meetings.
Excellent written and verbal business communication skills in Arabic and English languages.
Possess strong interpersonal skills, excellent organization skills, and ability to prioritize projects and workload.
Ability to make a positive impression on others by being professional such as helpful, responsive, and diplomatic
Must have proven experience in communicating at the highest levels of government and organizations to obtain information pertaining to creating projects.
Ability to present and explain points of view clearly and logically
Possess strong computer skills and online research skills
Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, goal-oriented, and show proof of achievements
Holder of passport which facilitates easy travel throughout the GCC countries without the need for additional visas.
Strong structuring and analytical skills
High communication, negotiation, and project management skills

10. BA in Entrepreneurship with 6 years of Experience

Experience in the Freight Forwarding industry
Experience in managing sales visits/sales pipelines/sales reporting via CRM sales tool
Proven track record in sales and business development in the Vietnam market
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Possesses very strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
Self-starter requiring minimal supervision
Able to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines
Possess a positive customer-oriented mindset
Experience in corporate banking/ financial institutions/ fintech/ financial services
Experience in Business Development/ Account Management
Deep understanding of the financial market
Strong knowledge in Trade Finance
Ability to conduct senior meetings with either corporate or business partners
Able to adapt, understand different requirements from the business perspective and figure out the potential business

11. BA in Business Communication with 2 years of Experience

Able to command business management processes, supply chains, and CSR
Experience in sales and/or customer relationship development
Ability to network and undertake business development duties
Ability to work, learn independently, and thrive in a rapidly changing business environment
Proven success in managing and developing client relationships
Strong experience in new service, new product development to customer/market needs
Proven track record of driving results on new initiatives
Demonstrated interest in CSR and/or economic development

12. BA in Strategic Management with 7 years of Experience

Experience in the instrumentation industry in customer support
Experience in technical sales of items to customers (on-field or office-based job)
Teamwork and the ability to work across cultures, locations and business teams
Medium level expertise in MS Excel and MS Word
Background in the commercial and Healthcare industry
Experience in Marketing
Customer-oriented with excellent communication and presentation skills
Good analytical, commercial and financial skills and business sense
Broad understanding of integrated supply chain best practices, information systems, and tools
Excellent strategic planning, problem anticipation, and solving skills
Broad understanding of integrated supply chain best practices, information systems, and tools
Ability to maintain senior-level customer relationships across multiple customer functional areas
Experience, a proven track record in Project Sales and Marketing, combined with commercial management experience
Experience in the Medical Devices/Pharmaceutical industry
Experience in acting as an advisor/expert

13. BA in International Business with 4 years of Experience

Sales experience with strong achievement
Experience in working with the market
Track record of meeting and exceeding business-established goals
Proficiency in the use of email, with strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to make decisions in a changing environment, anticipate future needs and drive results
High level of organization and focus, and the ability to work under pressure
Great written and verbal communication skills in English
Experience in using Salesforce
Experience with direct sales for small businesses engaged in cross-border trade
Experience with digital marketing, affiliate marketing, and social media
Experience working for a global company

14. BA in Marketing with 3 years of Experience

Management experience in the digital media, advertising, content and/or brand space
Have sales background/ experience in Digital/Media/Advertising/OTT/Solution Service
Ability to think strategically, and identify and resolve brand problems in digital branded content and the digital media space
Ability to understand the value of branded content
Strong technical understanding of digital performance marketing, i.e., Paid, Owned and Earned products and services such as Content Marketing, Social Media Management (organic and community focus), and Display Marketing
Strong selling, negotiation and problem-solving skills
Strong presentation skills, including advanced PowerPoint skills
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, both with internal and external parties
Good interpersonal skills to be able to work with multiple teams and stakeholders in a productive and constructive manner

15. BA in Operations Management with 7 years of Experience

Experience in business development, technology and management in the Design and Manufacturing industry, focused on translating engineering into manufacturing with the latest technologies
Experience in Digital manufacturing, Industry 4.0 technologies and Digital transformation
Experience in solution selling / consultative selling
Experience and success in strategy development and execution for new business units
Ability to comprehend and manage complex environments and business interactions
Good knowledge and understanding of the manufacturing processes, systems and applications
Excellent interpersonal relationship-building and team-building skills
Strong work ethic, proactive and problem-solving attitude, along with conflict resolution skills
Good grip on the macro-economic scenarios and multi-cultural diversity
Demonstrated ability to succeed in a matrix-type interpersonal environment
Excellent verbal, written and communication skills
Able to communicate technical and business information to widely varied audiences
Ability to understand and capture business requirements, processes, and customer problems

16. BA in Business Intelligence with 5 years of Experience

Proven track record of success prospecting for new business
Integrity, proactive and aggressive, self-motivated, and result-oriented
Strong tolerance of pressure, a quick learner, willing to take challenges
Excellent written/ verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment
Ability to multitask, take initiative
Knowledge and experience in the education industry
Understanding of ICT systems in educational institutions
Professional experience in business development in companies such as start-ups, technology companies, management consulting, banking, or Fortune 500 companies
Good salesmanship skills and strong stakeholder management skills
Strong analytical thinking, structured approach and data-driven decision-making process
Good understanding of P&L and business acumen, as the role requires developing, managing, and executing business agreements
Ability to navigate and execute in a highly ambiguous environment

17. BA in Management Information Systems with 3 years of Experience

Experience in E-Commerce or B2B sales in manufacturing sectors
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, customer-service focus
Fluency in English, both written and spoken
Experience in the hotel or travel industry, especially OTA channels
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence external/internal stakeholders
Ability to creatively “think on the fly” when negotiating with hotel partners
A team player with a professional “get it done” attitude and work ethic
Strong prioritization and planning skills
Must be comfortable making trade-offs with trying to get it all done
Strong strategic and data analysis skills
Written and spoken proficiency in the local language

18. BA in Supply Chain Management with 8 years of Experience

Good experience and good understanding of the marketing and advertising areas
Outstanding presentation, selling and negotiating skills
Self-motivated, able to work in an unsupervised capacity whilst maintaining focus
Results-oriented including coaching and enabling the cooperative team to achieve their results
Clear, persistent, patient and proactive communication skills
Superior sales project management skills with experience in planning, innovating, developing and selling value-added propositions using sound technical and commercial logic
Excellent distributor management and relationship-building skills
Experience working in the digital industry, either from a product vendor, agency, consulting, system integrator, or client side
Proven track record of hitting or exceeding these sales targets
Proven experience in generating a pipeline in addition to getting a pipeline from marketing/partners
Proven experience of selling large deals, doing relationship mapping and structuring deals with a long tail
Experience selling and working with marketing technology and/or the services that are sold with them (for example, SaaS products, DXP, CDP or Conversion Rate Optimization, CRM, Platform Rebuilds)
Domain knowledge in one or two of the following verticals (Banking, Telco, Insurance, Retail / FMCG and Government / GLC) that can bring insight to sales
Proven experience in GTM strategy and collaboration to able to build and deliver against a sales plan
Proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint with experience putting together proposals with the support of pre-sales and tailoring them to client needs
Understanding of what consulting and CX are and how they link back to data solutions
Fluent written and spoken language skills in English, additional SEA languages

19. BA in Product Management with 6 years of Experience

Experience in the logistics /supply chain-related industry
Demonstrated success in leading, supervising, and managing cross-functional teams in a matrix organization
Experienced in managing and developing high-level customer relationships in complex global and regional multi-national corporations
Experienced in selling and marketing supply chain solutions, focusing on warehousing and distribution services
Able to lead and develop strategic initiatives to bring CL sales and the organization to the next level of success
Significant sales and marketing change management experience supported by advanced conceptual and logistics skills, high levels of numerical and verbal reasoning and advanced intellectual ability
Regional and local market knowledge and commercial understanding
Good negotiation skills, with a grasp of the legal issues associated with contracts
Self-starter with the ability to engage stakeholders and interpret their requirements, needs and planning
Fluent in spoken and written English
Experience in digital advertising sales and a deal track record
Understanding of digital and brand marketing, digital marketing buying landscape
Ability and willingness to work independently, in a fast-paced international environment, set and reach ambitious goals

20. BA in Industrial Management with 7 years of Experience

Working experience in the field of business development and sales
Successfully led a team of sales professionals
Proven experience in exceeding the individual target in terms of closing deals and gaining revenue, either in sales, account management, or a similar function
High attention to detail, with a process and solution-oriented mindset
Comfortable working with early-stage products, i.e., work well with uncertainty and like taking responsibility
Good command of English
Ability to determine strategy and tactical plans that deliver tangible results
Business and account planning experience
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
Business experience in business development, management consulting, strategic planning, and finance or project management
Experience in Retail or Wholesale Replenishment operations
Ability to think strategically and deliver compelling, high-impact presentations
Project and process management skills with a track record of building and implementing new capabilities within a large company, leveraging lean methodologies
Refined skills in building relationships and serving as a liaison between functions
Ability to work across multiple stakeholders and levels of the organization

21. BA in Real Estate with 5 years of Experience

Consistent track record of success in B2B sales, business development, or partnerships role, within SaaS/Fintech
Outstanding organisational, presentation, communication, and time management skills
Technical expertise and the ability to acquire knowledge of new products
Experience building business relationships with key partners and growing account revenue
Ability to work on multiple concurrent projects, comfort with ambiguity, resilience to switch gears quickly in a fast-paced environment
Ability to integrate ideas from many different areas into a common vision
Strong desire to work in a start-up environment
Must be fluent in French and English
Previous Sales and Business Development experience, in the Relocation, Global Mobility and/or Household Goods Moving industry
Proven track record of securing new business and exceeding sales targets
Proactive approach to sales, actively targeting potential new accounts
Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate with senior-level individuals
Customer-focused approach, and able to demonstrate strong relocation industry knowledge

22. BA in Hospitality Management with 4 years of Experience

Able to execute instructions and to request clarification
Possesses basic clerical and data entry skills
Able to perform basic mathematical calculations
Able to recognize and attend to important details with accuracy and efficiency
Able to communicate clearly and convey necessary information
Able to create and conduct formal presentations
Able to negotiate skillfully, promote/sell ideas persuasively, and close transactions with mutually beneficial results
Able to constructively work under stress and pressure when faced with high workloads and deadlines
Able to maintain and promote social, ethical, and organizational standards in conducting internal and external business activities
Able to work independently with minimum supervision
Able to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
Able to build solid, effective working relationships with others
Able to exhibit the ability to be sensitive to the needs, concerns, and feelings of others
Able to quickly learn new systems and technology
Experience in cold sales of digital / it services, platforms, products, and services
Understanding of the principles of performance marketing and/or CPA marketing
High level of communication, customer focus, and desire to sell an international product

23. BA in Advertising with 3 years of Experience

Must have a strong grasp of the gaming hardware and software industry, esports and community engagement
Experience in consumer product management or sales roles with proven business growth numbers
Strong track record in the retail and ecommerce consumer space
Possesses clarity in the different approaches of selling hardware, software and services
Excellent public speaking skills to engage customers in any scenario
Expertise in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and modern business apps
Experience in gaming industry roles
Prior experience in the Transport and logistics industry
Ability to build rapport with clients
Outstanding communication and presentation skills
Ability to update and manage a client relationship database

24. BA in Communication Studies with 2 years of Experience

Business development experience in healthcare or other relevant business development experience
Demonstrated ability to provide a high level of customer service
Proficiency and experience in public speaking
Ability to work creatively, independently, and be self-motivated
Ability to effectively elicit from and provide information to all team members, caregivers and clients using strong communication skills
Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office
Self-driven, with a proven sales record, ideally having worked with restaurants in the past
Strong communication skills, whether it be face-to-face, by phone or by email
Ability to persuasively demonstrate product and industry knowledge to clients
Strong commercial acumen and desire to innovate and find new ways to grow the business
Problem-solving and analytical skills to interpret sales performance and market trend information

25. BA in Hospitality Management with 4 years of Experience

Computer proficiency in MS Office, Visio, Human Machine Interfaces and programmable controllers/IEDs
Knowledge of contract documents and the ability to clearly understand specifications and project financials
Ability to negotiate and manage contractual arrangements
Ability to work and contribute as an effective team player in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Developed interpersonal skills with an ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers of various technical abilities, including experience working with contractors, consultants, and sales staff
Ability to self-manage, multi-task and learn new skills quickly
Excellent verbal and written communication skills -Ability to travel up to 40% to various customer sites in the US
Experience with products and services
Ability to think outside of box for creative customer solutions
Strong cross-functional partnership skills
Experience in Defense Manufacturing or closely related industries
Strong customer rolodex within the defense industry
Proven business development capability
Contract design/manufacturing experience
Entrepreneurial background, small or mid-sized company experience

26. BA in Logistics with 6 years of Experience

Experience in sales, account management, commercial or partner development
Fluent in sales operational responsibilities such as account management, account or territory planning, pipeline building, opportunity management and formal meetings such as quarterly business reviews
Confident and articulate, with a clear ability to influence others, learn quickly and navigate diverse and demanding partners
Extraordinary presentation and interpersonal skills
Experience in delivering successful outcomes through internal and external collaboration
Deep knowledge of Apple products
Positive and energetic, excellent listening skills, strong writing skills
Experience in Sales Development, Operations, Sales, and/or Finance
Team Player, excited to work in a high-energy and collaborative environment
A self-starter with a track record of successful, credible achievements
Passionate about technology, business, and winning
Proficient in using Salesforce and LinkedIn

27. BA in Project Management with 5 years of Experience

Proven track record in developing business and long-term client relations
Business development/sales experience
Knowledge/experience in a construction-related industry
Ability to lead cross-functional teams to complete a sale
Ability to quickly establish relationships with executive-level managers and buyers of large corporations and agencies based on credibility, value, and trust
Formal sales training and experience with client management software
Knowledge and use of behavior-based tools such as Social Style or DISC
Knowledge of the Aviation, Health Care, Higher Education, Industrial, and Science and Technology markets
Sales experience within the Shrink, Pressure Sensitive, and Flexible Packaging arena
Strong knowledge of ROI/ROA concepts
Excellent negotiation skills, presentation skills, and written and oral communication skills
Excellent problem-solving skills, displays solutions-oriented creativity
Able to translate customer needs into actionable deliverables
Excellent leadership and delegation skills

28. BA in Political Science with 4 years of Experience

Experience in a leading strategy consulting firm, corporate development, corporate finance, investment banking, or a similar analytically-intensive position
Strong project management skills and the ability to work both independently and in a cross-functional team environment
Comfortably and confidently interact with senior-level management (internal and external)
Able to think strategically and simultaneously see the big picture and be detail-oriented
Ability to interpret legal documents, draft and negotiate contracts, and work with prospective partnership managers or attorneys to completion
Strong understanding of basic corporate finance topics, well-developed financial modeling skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Proactive, energetic, creative, self-starter looking to have a significant impact on business success
Passion for the Shutterfly brand and products

29. BA in Information Systems with 5 years of Experience

Formal experience presenting to senior-level executives and Business owners
Experience with direct business-to-business sales
Experience within the performance contracting, renewable energy assets, and engineering
Experience with asset-based financial structuring and metrics with emphasis on sales and project development
Strong track record negotiating and closing multi-year agreements
Experience in the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and/or Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) industry
Demonstrate cooperation and collaboration while participating in a group or team
Prior tech industry-related BD experience
Prior experience in a startup environment
Strong written/oral communication, as well as interpersonal skills in Vietnamese and English
Proven knowledge and execution of successful development strategies

30. BA in Professional Selling with 3 years of Experience

Successful business experience and strong industry knowledge
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams
Sales and/or new business development experience, in the relevant industries such as corporate communications, marketing, public relations, investor relations, advertising and/or media sales
Solid track record of consistently delivering or exceeding sales targets and other relevant KPIs
High level of self-motivation, energy and accountability
Ability to work both independently and as a team in a fast-paced working environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Fluent in speaking and writing in English and Vietnamese
Proficiency in Internet and PC software, especially MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
User knowledge and experience in the CRM system

31. BA in Strategic Marketing with 4 years of Experience

Ability to effectively present proposals and solutions to the likes of C-level professionals, managers, or decision makers
Able to remain composed under pressure and positive
Good sense of business acumen and understanding of the various industries
Ability to meet strict deadlines whilst meeting a quality benchmark
Integrity, fearlessness, hunter behavior, pro-activity, go-getter, responsible, honest and respect for time
Experience in sales and marketing in the pharmaceutical segment with at least 5 years of strong marketing and sales experience at an MNC
Have good knowledge and experience in market research
Have in-depth knowledge of the pharmaceutical
Strong computer skills –Excel, PowerPoint, internet searches
Strong analytical skills to analyze data and draw valid conclusions, to do ‘number crunching’, and make recommendations based on quantitative or qualitative data
Understand P&L or be knowledgeable about Financial statements
Strong project management and negotiation skills
Strong interpersonal skills to work with various people and departments
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

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