Business Development Manager

This role is based in our Fort Lauderdale Office. 

As a Business Development Manager you will play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth for WHX Miami by acquiring new business and expanding relationships with existing customers. Your focus will be on meeting and exceeding sales targets while delivering exceptional customer experiences that foster long-term loyalty and satisfaction.

You will sell across multiple products and revenue streams targeting a diverse customer base that includes large key accounts as well as small and medium-sized independent businesses. By implementing effective sales strategies identifying new opportunities and staying informed about market trends you will deliver tailored solutions that meet customer needs and maximize revenue potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Revenue Growth: Meet and exceed assigned sales targets for WHX Miami by selling across multiple products and revenue streams.
• Customer Acquisition & Retention: Focus on both new business development and retention of existing customers to drive sustainable revenue growth.
• Sales Strategy Execution: Collaborate with leadership to develop and execute a sales strategy including defining client touchpoints creating customized sales presentations and capitalizing on market trends.
• Market Intelligence: Proactively seek new business opportunities through customer intelligence industry events and market analysis.
• Negotiation & Closing: Skillfully negotiate contracts and agreements addressing objections to close deals and maximize revenue.
• Customer Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers ensuring a top-tier experience throughout the sales cycle.
• Industry Knowledge: Stay updated on industry trends product developments and competitive events to ensure relevance in sales pitches and customer interactions.
• Sales Pipeline Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date sales pipeline activity and customer data within Salesforce to track progress and forecast revenue.
• Collaboration: Work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams including marketing operations and event management to ensure customer needs are met and sales goals are achieved.
• Industry Presence: Represent WHX Miami at trade shows events and product presentations establishing a strong presence in the medical space.

Role Expectations

• Client Engagement: Maintain a consistent schedule of effective client calls and meetings to build and strengthen relationships.
• Performance Metrics: Success will be measured by:
  • Making 5565 calls per day.
  • Achieving 2 hours of constructive talk time daily.
  • Meeting sales targets and revenue goals.
  • Generating new business leads and opportunities.
• Travel Requirements: Domestic and international travel may be required to meet customers and attend trade shows with the majority of work being office-based.
• Financial Support: Collaborate with the finance team to monitor debt reports and assist with revenue collection activities.
• Accountability Standards: Demonstrate consistent performance against established metrics while maintaining high-quality customer interactions.

Qualifications :

• 5 years of sales or business development experience in media sponsorship or B2B event sales ideally in medical or related industry.
• Strong ability to negotiate effectively handle objections and close deals with a consultative value-based approach.
• Demonstrated success in managing and closing high-level business in a fast-paced target-driven environment.
• Creative and analytical thinker capable of developing tailored solutions for customers based on their needs and industry trends.
• Ability to think strategically manage client relationships and identify new sales opportunities that drive long-term business growth.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accountability for personal sales targets and team goals.
• Ability to work autonomously balancing individual responsibilities with team collaboration.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word Excel PowerPoint) and CRM systems specifically Salesforce to manage sales activities track customer information and report on performance.
• Motivated to continuously learn and stay informed about industry trends products and developments to remain competitive in the marketplace.
• A team-oriented mindset with the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams to meet customer needs and contribute to company-wide sales objectives.
• Willing and able to travel to meet clients attend industry events and build business relationships.

Preferred:

• Understanding of event cycles and seasonal business patterns
• Experience of growing and developing new markets and products
• Industry Expertise: Relevant industry knowledge in healthcare medical or related sectors
• Spanish speaking ability (a plus but not mandatory)

Additional Information :

We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. Thats why we work in-person with each other or with customers and partners three days a week or more. When youre not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces like at an Informa event you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely.

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Our benefits include:

• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active colleague groups and networks promoting a positive supportive and collaborative work environment
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer with charity match funding available too
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When its time for the next step we encourage and support internal job moves
• Time out: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years plus 10 national holidays a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
• Competitive benefits including a 401k match health vision and dental insurance parental leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15% discount
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance mental health first aiders free access to a wellness app and more
• Recognition for great work with global awards and kudos programs
• As an international company the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

The salary range for this role is $75000$85000 based on experience. Plus Commission

This posting will automatically expire on 1/20/2026.

Were not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most although not all of the skills and experience listed we welcome your application.

If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process and or in the advertised position please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role once they have been in touch. Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence. At Informa youll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time