Director Business Development

What does it mean to be the largest independent interactive agency in the world? Besides everything you'd expect – award-winning creative, genius marketing, technology prowess - it means people come to Sapient because they share an all-embracing desire to do things differently. To never feel like it's an assembly line. To do groundbreaking work on a daily basis. That's why Sapient Interactive is powered by some of the most original, ambitious interactive professionals you're likely to meet. It's an ideal environment for the entrepreneurially minded. Sound like you? Then we should probably talk. Job Title: Director Business Development Job Description:Director Business Development- Interactive MarketingWhat does it mean to be the largest independent interactive agency in the world? Besides everything you’d expect – award-winning creative, genius marketing, technology prowess - it means people come to Sapient because they share an all-embracing desire to do things differently. To never feel like it’s an assembly line. To do groundbreaking work on a daily basis. That’s why Sapient Interactive is powered by some of the most original, ambitious interactive professionals you’re likely to meet. It’s an ideal environment for the entrepreneurially minded. Sound like you? Then we should probably talk.Job Title: Business Development- Interactive MarketingJob Perspective:You have created relationships with some of the most desired global brands in Manhattan and are tired of creating “empty ads”. You think about media as if you where a portfolio analyst on Wall Street and interactive advertising is enabled by nano technology. You are so passionate about client success that they often view you as a member of their team. You are “the” trusted advisor to the client; creating value by solving real business problems. Finally, you have realized that you want to broaden and deepen your career by joining a market leading company that offers its clients a unique combination of smart creative, sophisticated marketing and technological horsepower that delivers real business value. Primary Responsibilities: Build relationships with leading Marketing Executives who are seeking partnerships to invest, optimize, and improved the performance of their media campaigns and entire marketing platform Build and maintain a working expertise of industry tools and online “next practices” for use in client engagements Client advocacy and relations Coordinate with the business development team, media team, strategy/plan team, client services, user experience and other domains to deliver prospective client presentations, proposals, and quotes to secure new client relationships Meet or exceed annual sales quotaExperience Guidelines: A minimum of 5-7 years new business development/client leadership within Interactive Media. Experience within interactive agency preferred Strong relationships within the New York Metro area Experience with managing interactive investments ranging from $10M-25M in media expenditures. Demonstrated successful track record within sales is a must. Team player who can work with multiple departments to deliver results A self starter who is resourceful and creative with their approach to getting things done Excellent written and verbal communicationsEducation:Undergraduate business degree, MBA, or business background preferredAbout SapientSapient, a global services firm helps clients compete, evolve and grow in an increasingly complex marketplace. We operate two groups—Sapient Interactive and Sapient Consulting—positioned at the intersection of marketing, business and technology. Sapient Interactive provides brand and marketing strategy, award-winning creative work, web design and development and emerging media expertise. Sapient Consulting provides business and IT strategy, process and systems design, package implementation and custom development, as well as outsourcing services such as testing, maintenance and support.Our passion for client success—evidenced by our ability to foster collaboration, drive innovation and solve challenging problems—is the subject of case studies on leadership and organizational behavior used by MBA students at both Harvard and Yale. Leading clients, including BP, Essent Energie, Harrah's Entertainment, Hilton International, Janus, Sony Electronics and Verizon, rely on our unique approach to drive growth and market momentum. Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Sapient operates across North America, Europe and India. For more information, please visit .*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.Job Experience:See aboveClick here to apply via the Sapient Career Opportunity PortalExpected Travel Time: None About Sapient Sapient, a global services firm, helps clients compete, evolve and grow in an increasingly complex marketplace. We operate two groups-Sapient Interactive and Sapient Consulting-positioned at the intersection of marketing, business and technology. Sapient Interactive provides brand and marketing strategy, award-winning creative work, web design and development and emerging media expertise. Sapient Consulting provides business and IT strategy, process and systems design, package implementation and custom development, as well as outsourcing services such as testing, maintenance and support. Our passion for client success—evidenced by our ability to foster collaboration, drive innovation and solve challenging problems-is the subject of case studies on leadership and organizational behavior used by MBA students at both Harvard and Yale. Leading clients, including BP, Essent Energie, Harrah's Entertainment, Hilton International, Janus, Sony Electronics and Verizon, rely on our unique approach to drive growth and market momentum. Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Sapient operates across North America, Europe and India. For more information, please visit www.sapient.com. Sapient is an Equal Opportunity Employer *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds. Sapient is a registered service mark of Sapient Corporation. Keywords: Search Analyst, SEO, SEM Job Experience: See above Expected Travel Time: About 25% This company may offer relocation assistance. COMPANY Sapient LOCATION New York, NY 10001 JOB STATUS/TYPE Full Time, Employee JOB CATEGORY Marketing/Product EMAIL Apply by Email ADDRESS 10119 REFERENCE CODE 15734.825160.2175