Developing and executing strategies for driving membership sales
Identifying and engaging potential sponsors and securing partnerships to support the association’s events, training programs and initiatives.
Conducting research and gathering insights to understand the business and professional development needs of potential members and sponsors and tailor solutions accordingly
Effectively communicating the value proposition of membership, sponsorship opportunities and other association offerings to prospects, highlighting the benefits and ROI
Develop and implement sales strategies to drive revenue growth and achieve business development targets
Prepare compelling proposals, presentations and sales collateral to effectively pitch membership, sponsorship and partnership opportunities to target companies and individuals.
Negotiate terms and conditions, pricing and contract agreements with prospective members, sponsors and partners to ensure mutually beneficial partnerships
Utilize customer relationship management (CRM) systems to track sales activities, manage leads and maintain accurate and up-to-date sales records
Regularly track sales metrics, provide market intelligence and analyze performance in assigned territories
Requirement:
BSc/HND in any discipline
Strong negotiation and persuasion abilities, with the skill to influence decision making and close deals
Demonstrated experience in prospecting, lead generation and managing the sales pipeline
Proactive and self-motivated with excellent problem-solving skills