Business Development Manager - Join a Thriving Team in Syracuse, NY

Chris Preble from Robert Half is excited to partner with a well-established, rapidly growing organization seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive revenue growth in Syracuse, New York. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to activate untapped demand for a brand already well-known in the local market. If you thrive on building relationships, uncovering new business opportunities, and leveraging data to re-engage customers, this position is your chance to make a highly visible impact. With outstanding benefits and exceptionally low turnover, this is more than a job—it's a stable, rewarding career in business development.

About the Role

In this pivotal Business Development Manager position, you'll blend outbound sales, relationship management, and data analysis to propel growth across multiple locations. The organization boasts a strong market presence, but the real potential lies in systematically pursuing existing demand through targeted strategies. You'll connect customer data with real-world relationships to generate revenue from corporate events, group functions, and special events. Working closely with internal marketing, leadership, and operations teams, you'll identify high-value opportunities others haven't had time to chase. This role is perfect for a proactive professional who enjoys networking at community events and turning insights into actionable growth plans. Located in vibrant Syracuse, NY, you'll contribute to a company with deep community roots and a commitment to long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

As Business Development Manager, your days will be filled with high-impact activities designed to expand the company's footprint:

• Build and nurture lasting relationships with local businesses, organizations, and community partners to foster partnerships.
• Proactively scout and secure new business opportunities in corporate events, large group functions, and special events.
• Analyze historical customer data to re-engage past clients through personalized outreach, promotional campaigns, and innovative ideas.
• Use internal analytics to pinpoint high-value customers, repeat buyers, and untapped market segments ripe for development.
• Craft targeted outreach strategies modeled after successful client profiles, focusing on similar companies in need of event services.
• Represent the brand at community events, networking mixers, and client meetings to enhance visibility and connections.
• Partner with marketing and leadership teams to ensure all efforts align with broader brand initiatives and goals.
• Develop strong ties with local leadership, gaining insights into on-the-ground operations to inform smarter strategies.
• Meticulously track all activities, leads, opportunities, and results using CRM tools to shape data-driven future growth tactics.

These responsibilities position you at the forefront of the company's expansion, offering autonomy and direct influence on bottom-line results.

Required Qualifications

To excel as our Business Development Manager, bring the following expertise and traits:

• 3+ years in business development, sales, or account management, ideally in events, hospitality, or B2B services.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills with a knack for networking and community engagement.
• Strong data analysis abilities to interpret customer trends and historical data for opportunity spotting.
• Proven success in outbound prospecting, customer re-engagement, and revenue generation.
• Strategic thinker who can develop outreach plans targeting corporate and group event markets.
• Comfortable attending events, meetings, and networking functions with excellent communication skills.
• Collaborative team player experienced in cross-functional partnerships with marketing and operations.
• Self-starter with meticulous tracking habits using CRM software like Salesforce or similar.
• Familiarity with Syracuse's local business landscape is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred.

Candidates who combine sales acumen with analytical prowess will stand out in this competitive Syracuse job market.

Why Join Us?

Joining this organization means stepping into a supportive environment with outstanding benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and generous PTO. Enjoy very low turnover, reflecting a positive culture and strong leadership. This Business Development Manager role offers high visibility, professional growth, and the chance to leverage a well-known brand for personal success. Robert Half partners exclusively for this search, ensuring a seamless hiring process. Apply now for Business Development Manager jobs in Syracuse, NY, and elevate your career with a stable, growth-oriented team. Keywords: business development Syracuse NY, sales manager events, relationship manager jobs.