Enterprise Business Development Manager, NAM

The roleWe are looking to hire an Enterprise Business Development Manager to join our Sales team in North America and become an integral part of our Sales function.You have a choice to be based in either New York or Los Angeles.Salary range - $84,624 - $105,781Working at WGSNTogether, we create tomorrow A career with WGSN is fast-paced, exciting and full of opportunities to grow and develop. We're a team of consumer and design trend forecasters, content creators, designers, data analysts, advisory consultants and much more, united by a common goal : to create tomorrow. WGSN's trusted consumer and design forecasts power outstanding product design, enabling our customers to create a better future. Our services cover consumer insights, beauty, consumer tech, fashion, interiors, lifestyle, food and drink forecasting, data analytics and expert advisory. If you are an expert in your field, we want to hear from you. Role overview Here at WSGN we are seeking a proactive Enterprise Business Development Manager to join us to grow the enterprise business across North America. This position is critical to the WGSN North America business development efforts and the markets that we serve - Retail, Consumer Electronics, FMCG, Hotel & Leisure, Fashion, Interior Design, Marketing, Consumer Trends, Luxury, Beauty and Sustainability. At WGSN you'll find a team of creative, inspired and results-focused people who are passionate about helping our customers succeed in their industry. If you are smart, driven and want to grow and learn in a commercial environment, we want to hear from you.The teamOur diverse and multicultural team of Business Development Managers are inspired, accomplished professionals who have high performance standards and enjoy being part of a winning team. Our mission is to become the highest performing sales team at WGSN. We aim to consistently exceed our targets and we are looking for the next sales superstar to join us.Key accountabilitiesBuild a sales strategy plan and execute on the acquisition of key clients to hit annual sales targetLead all aspects of the sales process from prospecting to closing (360 sales) Develop new opportunities with businesses WGSN would like to approach for future subscriptions / salesWork closely with your dedicated SDR to drive activity into your book of businessDeliver live product demonstrations to clients via online meetings or in personPrepare presentations, develop quotes and proposalsNegotiate by phone or face to faceProactively self-source new leads and develop a network of targeted prospects to build a pipeline through outbound prospectingRespond to inbound marketing leads quickly and effectivelyDeliver and exceed on your Personal Success Formula (KPIs)Hit and overachieve your monthly sales targetForecast weekly sales and future pipelineCollaborate with content teams to keep up to date industry trends and developmentsThis list is not exhaustive and there may be other activities you are required to deliver.>

Skills, experience & qualifications requiredProven track record in sales as a proactive / outbound Business Development Manager, with experience closing large, Enterprise customersConsistently hitting your monthly sales targetA continuing desire to learn and grow to improve your sales skillsA can-do and problem-solving attitude necessary to thrive in our fast-paced companyDemonstrate advanced sales process, techniques and methodologyExcellent oral and written communication skills as well as exceptional presentation skillsKnowledge of Salesforce and SalesLoft would be an assetA passion for, and knowledge of, the retail, technology, beauty, interior design and hospitality industriesWhat we offerOur benefits and wellbeing package offers flexible benefits you can tailor to your own personal needs, including : - Paid Time Off - 15 days of vacation per year with an additional day for each year of service up to 20 days. WGSN also observes the 12 Federal holidays. We also offer 6 weeks of paid Parental Leave. - 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan - allows employees to save and invest for their own retirement on a tax deferred basis. WGSN matches 50% of the first 6% contributed by employees. - Dental and Vision plans with MetLife- Health Care with Anthem & Blue Cross Blue Shield - Life Insurance, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability - all eligible employees receive coverage at no cost through Metlife- Mental Health - WGSN provides many ways for employees to access mental health care including an Employee Assistance Program and inpatient, outpatient and virtual care if enrolled in an Anthem medical plan. Our EAP is available to all permanent staff, regardless of if you elect benefits.More about WGSNWGSN is the global authority on consumer trend forecasting.We help brands around the world create the right products at the right time for tomorrow's consumer.Our values We Are EverywhereThe future is everything, it happens everywhere. WGSN is the world-leading forecaster because we track and analyse consumer behaviours, product innovation, design and creativity, everywhere.We Are Future FocusedWe utilise our global resources and intelligence to research, source and analyse quantitative and qualitative data to produce our forecasts. Everything we do is focused on working with our customers to create a successful and positive tomorrow.We Are RigorousWe source, review and assess quantitative and qualitative data to produce robust, actionable forecasts. To provide credible insights and design solutions for our clients, it is essential that rigour runs through everything we do.Our culture An inclusive culture is one of our key priorities. We want our people to truly be themselves and thrive. We love having a diverse team of people who bring new ideas, different strengths and perspectives & reflect the global audience we work with.Inclusive workforce We are committed to supporting the environment and sustainability, including ensuring our pension plan defaults to sustainable options and striving to be net zero by 2030. Recognising great performance is a key part of our culture. Our Awards schemes recognise and reward the brilliant achievements of our people. We offer a flexible working environment with a wide range of flexible, hybrid and agile working arrangements. Conversations about flexible working have always been-and will continue to be-actively encouraged here, but we do not offer full remote working. We want to ensure everyone has the opportunity to perform their best when interviewing, so if you require any reasonable adjustments that would make you more comfortable during the process, please let us know so that we can do our best to support you.

Salary : $84,624 - $105,781