Emerald ยท 1 day ago
Sales Director, International Business Development
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Responsibilities
Maintain an international sales territory of an established customer base while identifying new customers through prospecting and timely fulfillment of customer requests
Assess potential new markets evaluate business opportunities, and develop strategies for targeting new potential customers and verticals
Generate year-over-year revenue sales growth in booth space, sponsorship, and content
Manage a team of international sales agents and report pacing and progress weekly to senior leadership
Identify revenue growth opportunities and present sales plans to senior leadership to drive international supplier/brand acquisition and development
Produce and facilitate ongoing educational programs for foreign vendors/exhibitors/suppliers and agents both in person and via webinars
Lead networking and matchmaking strategies for international vendors/exhibitors and attendees
Maintain pipeline and track all opportunities in Sales Force
Analyze the needs of international clients and propose programs that meet those needs for them to successfully expand their business into the U.S.
Support and help develop overall international sales and attendee strategies for Emerald
Qualification
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Required
At least 5 years of international sales experience, with a preference for experience in international trade development, international sourcing, or international trade show sales.
Strong sales and negotiation skills with the ability to close deals independently.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing market conditions.
Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute effective sales strategies.
Proven track record of exceeding quotas by delivering at least $2+ million in revenue per year.
Ability to clearly, respectfully, and persuasively communicate over the phone, in writing, and face-to-face within assigned territories.
Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret information from original data sources to create effective presentations.
Ability to work self-directed and to motivate and lead a team of international agents/organizers.
Computer literate in all aspects of MS Office, strong Salesforce or other CRM databases. Ability to create PPT presentations and strong use of Excel required for accurate forecasting important to this role.
Ability to travel internationally 5+ times per year and conduct regular local travel as required to meet with clients, attend industry events and stay abreast of market conditions.
Strong communication and collaboration skills across all disciplines and levels of the organization.
Strategic thinker, an account developer, and can negotiate, convince, and influence.
Preferred
Experience working across multiple territories and sectors preferable.
Other language skills strongly preferable.
Benefits
Unlimited vacation for exempt employees
Flexible working locations
401(k) plan with a company match
Medical/dental/vision coverage with inclusive provisions including transgender services and fertility benefits
Parental and caregiver leave
Dependent, commuter and FSA benefits
Professional development programs like Toastmasters
Mental wellness tools such as weekly guided meditation programs
Company
Emerald
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