Business Development Specialist

About the role

Urge Interactive is a fast-growing marketing agency specializing in digital marketing solutions including website design, branding, SEO, Google Advertising, Social Media Advertising, and more. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Development Specialist to sell marketing agency services to clients across diverse industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute effective sales strategies to achieve revenue growth, targeting potential clients in need of marketing services.
• Proactively prospect, engage, and close sales for the agency’s marketing services (SEO, SEM, website development, social media marketing, etc.).
• Build and nurture long-lasting customer relationships by understanding client needs and developing solutions to meet them.
• Identify, build, and nurture corporate partnerships to drive new business opportunities.
• Prepare and present sales reports and forecasts to senior management, tracking KPIs and evaluating sales performance.
• Work closely with internal teams to create proposals and marketing materials, ensuring seamless communication and delivering a unified message to clients.
• Craft compelling, customized proposals that clearly articulate the agency’s value proposition, service offerings, and deliverables.
• Track and follow up on proposals to ensure the sales process moves forward efficiently.
• Use a consultative approach to understand client pain points, propose customized solutions, and close deals.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate records of all sales activities and client interactions in our CRM system.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a sales role within a marketing agency or a related industry.
• Demonstrated success in selling services such as SEO, SEM, PPC, social media management, branding, website design, or content marketing.
• A strong understanding of digital marketing strategies and their value across various industries.
• Exceptional negotiation and closing skills.
• A proven track record of exceeding sales quotas and driving revenue growth.
• The ability to communicate effectively with C-level executives and business owners.
• Experience with CRM software (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce).
• A self-motivated, results-driven, and fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary + commission.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401k matching program.
• Generous paid time off and sick leave.
• Salary range of $65,000 – $85,000 plus bonus.