Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Local is a hard services-led, tailored facility management solution. We self-perform hard services while partnering with best-in-class soft service providers to offer custom facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our teamwith a high-level of downstream accountability, resulting in an agile and efficient service delivery.
In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best-in-Class services, including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy,and Workplace Experience.
About the Role
As a CBRE Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for developing and closing new business opportunities within target market sectors while providing quality service.
This job is part of the Sales function, who are responsible for the design of sales solutions that are presented and sold to potential, new and existing clients.
What You'll Do
Negotiate and successfully close sales opportunities to meet and exceed agreed sales targets within the target markets agreed by the Business Development Director and Divisional Managing Director
Develop and build long-term professional customer relationships with existing, new and potential clients. Maintain excellent relationships and after sales support to build mutual confidence in line with the agreed business strategy
Identify and build a long term active pipeline, exploring both existing markets and targeting new market opportunities
Use innovative means to develop new sources of profitable business
Take complete ownership of, develop and deliver exceptional sales and tender documents and presentations, in line with Company standards. Generate tenders and relevant document preparation, using the specialist support functions (procurement, HR, QHS etc.) as well as local managers and the Business Development Managers
Raise the company and business profile by representing CBRE at industry events, high level networking and promoting an image of professionalism at all times
Keep up-to-date with industry developments, maintaining awareness of competitor activity and market trends
Ensure that the BU Leader is fully aware of all activities. Liaise regularly with the Sales Director to ensure they are fully updated on all sales activities and potential new business opportunities. Ensure that specialist functions e.g. HR, QHS and Commercial are advised of any new potential business to ensure compliance
Ensure that appropriate sign-offs are adhered to when considering new business opportunities
Maintain records and relevant contract documentation in the support of tenders and re-bids for the Business
Deal promptly and professionally with all pre-qualifications. - Support re-bids and variations for existing clients
This is not a comprehensive list of job requirements, additional tasks may be included.
What You'll Need
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Education & Experience
Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered
Minimum of 5 years of related experience and/or training with a background in finance, consulting, or analytics preferred
Experience must include a minimum of 3 years in commercial real estate developing outsourcing solutions, pricing, and org development models
Real Estate license preferred
Aptitudes
Driven by targets and comfortable in a high pressure sales environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be detail conscious and methodical in approach.
Character
Must demonstrate a strong sense of customer focus and promote a sense of team spirit within the office
Must be able to influence others and engender confidence in senior managers through both face-to-face, telephone and written communication
Self-motivated. Able to prioritize demands and make decisions under pressure. Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing support to other areas of the business on occasions, as required
Be self-sufficient: able to work on your own as well as in a team.
Circumstances & Confidentiality
Must be flexible to work outside core office hours from time to time to meet tight deadlines as set by customers
This role will require travel on occasions, to other work locations for team meetings, site visits or to attend conferences or events
All work and opportunities are to be treated as highly confidential
Why CBRE
When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.
Applicant AI Use Disclosure
We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)
CBRE Group, Inc., a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Los Angeles, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (in terms of 2014 revenue). The Company has more than 70,000 employees (excluding affiliates), and serves real estate owners, investors and occupiers through more than 400 offices (excluding affiliates) worldwide. CBRE offers strategic advice and execution for property sales and leasing; corporate services; property, facilities and project management; mortgage banking; appraisal and valuation; development services; investment management; and research and consulting.
As an employee at CBRE, you have the freedom to make your own path. Your career is in your own hands; there’s no need to wait to be shown the way. "It’s about how well you perform, not just how long you’ve worked here and you're encouraged to take intelligent risks and explore new ideas and innovations. Our scale gives you mobility and a broader choice of opportunities. You'll always have a team behind you.