Description:
\nForbes is seeking a Business Development Associate to support the Digital Business Development Team. This position reports to the VP of Business Development based in New York. <\/p>\n
The Digital Business Development team is responsible for maximizing revenue through new platform and product development, alternative revenue and strategic planning. Daily team efforts include: locating, evaluating, and implementing new business opportunities; executing all distribution and partnership arrangements; developing short range plans to respond to potential opportunities and challenges in the marketplace; developing and implementing concepts that will improve existing lines of business; and working with senior management to create and implement long term strategic plans.<\/p>\n
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS<\/p>\n
\u2022 Work with senior executives to evaluate options and recommend strategic direction
\n\u2022 Conduct market, industry and competitive analysis to identify growth areas and new products opportunities
\n\u2022 In collaboration with business units, continuously evaluate existing products\/services and identify opportunities; provide business planning support as needed
\n\u2022 Evaluate opportunities through analysis of market potential, customer needs, and competitive landscape
\n\u2022 In collaboration with business units, explore partnership opportunities with strategic benefits to the business and work to negotiate and structure deals
\n\u2022 Oversee multiple projects simultaneously and ensure projects are delivered on schedule and with high quality results
\n\u2022 Fully understand product capabilities (i.e. advertising opportunities, site functionality) and partner requirements <\/p>\n
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Strategic thinker with good understanding of online media industry preferred
\n\u2022 Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills
\n\u2022 Excellent negotiation skills
\n\u2022 Ability to thrive in cross-functional teams and matrix organization; aptitude for networking within and beyond the company
\n\u2022 Bachelor degree
\n\u2022 Strong teamwork skills, work ethic, and ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment
\n\u2022 Knowledge of Microsoft Office: PowerPoint, Word, Excel
\n\u2022 Strong analytical and creative skills, with an attention to detail and organization.
\nStrong customer service skills and the ability to interact professionally and effectively with Publisher partners.
\n\u2022 Ability to negotiate with others and manage multiple tasks and projects
\n\u2022 The ideal candidate would have 2-4 years of business development in New Media<\/p>\n
**If you are interested in applying, please send your cover letter and resume to Rochelle Rosato at rrosato@forbes.com.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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