Manager - Business Development - Sales

Manager - Business Development - Sales AutoReqId 116860BR Responsibilities Shouldnt you represent one of the worlds most distinguished brands? Shouldnt you be part of a dynamic sales team and earn terrific rewards for your contributions? If you have proven ability to establish new business, advance your career with one of the worlds most respected and recognized companies. Merchant Acquisition is one of the fastest growing market segments in the industry and will allow you to earn terrific rewards for your contributions. The Manager of Business Developments key responsibility is to expand the transactional coverage of quality merchants in New York, New York (42nd Street and above). This position will identify relevant merchant prospects within a specified charge volume range, implement effective sales strategies and solutions and sign establishments to openly welcome the Card as a form of payment in their business. Managers of Business Development utilize their in-depth knowledge of American Express, the industry, and their prospects to provide solutions that exceed prospect business needs and add value to prospects business. Additional responsibilities include: selling new Network Development products and business solutions, gathering and disseminating marketplace and competitive information, coordinating all internal resources necessary to facilitate each signing, and executing proper account set-up (e.g. Card acceptance procedures, activation, reconciliation). EOE statement American Express is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Required Qualifications The successful Manager of Business Development will use their effective prospecting and cold calling skills to identify, filter and qualify leads and effectively manage a pipeline of accounts. They research and are knowledgeable about the industries and markets they call on, are able to plan strategically, and possess strong analytical, organizational, decision-making and negotiation skills. Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills and a strong financial acumen are necessary to close deals in order to effectively explain the financial and marketing value of product solutions. Managers of Business Development must possess the ability to prepare and present formal presentations and use their excellent consultative solution selling skills to ensure long-term relationship building and meet business goals. Requirements: A University Degree and 3 years of successful outside sales experience is required. Some travel is required, and the applicant must have valid drivers license. Proficiency with PC applications is necessary (MS Office, Lotus Notes, Excel, Power Point) and the incumbent must be independent and able to work form a Home Office environment. Working knowledge of related Amex products and services is considered an asset. Virtual office experience a plus! Position will be based in New York, NY; location within the territory is required. Work Location State/Province New York Work Location Country United States Classification Full-Time - Regular

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Category:	Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations
	> Business Development
Location:	New York, NY
County:	New York County
ZIP Code:	10001
Pay Rate:	Open
Job Terms:	full time
Company:	American Express
Phone:	email only please
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