The primary role of the Business Development Director is to develop and implement the company’s plan to maintain a good relationship with existing clients and add new clients in key market sectors.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for all aspects of business growth including client acquisition, marketing, public relations, and client/community partnerships.

• Identify new business and cultivate relationships in the economic development community.

• Strategize, lead, coordinate, and produce RFQ responses for company.

• Respond to written RFPs, RFQs, IDIQs, and SSNs and maintain a database of information and marketing materials.

• Nurture relationships with existing clients to maximize long-term client relationships.

• Produce corporate marketing materials including print and digital ads and market prospectus brochures.

• Perform related or similar duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• Masters or Bachelors degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, or related field.

• 4 years’ experience in development or marketing.

• Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work in tandem with architects, technical staff, and consultants to respond to RFQs.

• Understanding of procurement process for state and local government.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suites (InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop) as well as Microsoft Word and Excel required. Proficiency in Squarespace, Lumion, and SketchUp a plus.

Benefits

A competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with the level of knowledge and experience including health insurance, disability, 401K, and a bonus structure.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Based on experience

Work Location: Based in the Tupelo Office