Columbus Biz Dev & Partnerships Leader

Markey; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training and career development

Opportunities for advancement

Employee-owned ESOP

Job summary

Markey’s Columbus, Ohio Office is seeking a Business Development Specialist to drive new business regionally and nationally, focusing on state and national associations. You will build client relationships, develop sales strategies, and work with marketing and national accounts to create growth opportunities.

The role is full-time and exempt, with typical weekday hours and occasional evenings or weekends for client meetings and events.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in client sales, business development, or hospitality industry preferred.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills and maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times.
• Present excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers at all levels.
• Computer proficiency and thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office software - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Capable of facilitating meetings effectively.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business regionally and nationally with emphasis on state and national associations.
• Build relationships with potential clients and enhance Markey’s exposure in the market.
• Create proposals and opportunities for new business growth with marketing and national account teams.
• Attend and participate in industry events, conferences, and networking functions to expand the company’s network.
• Maintain prospect files and track prospect activity and proposal submissions.

Skills

Client sales

Business development

Hospitality industry

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Markey’s Columbus, Ohio Office is seeking a Business Development Specialist to drive new business regionally and nationally, focusing on state and national associations. You will build client relationships, develop sales strategies, and work with marketing and national accounts to create growth opportunities.

The role is full-time and exempt, with typical weekday hours and occasional evenings or weekends for client meetings and events.