SGS INSPIRE is a data and information service that provides expertise in the areas of fuel quality vehicle emissions, energy and transportation. The team provides regular written and oral information and consultations to leading global companies from fuels and vehicles related industries.SGS INSPIRE Business Development Manager (BDM) is part of the global team of market analysts and researchers on energy and transportation in all world regions. SGS INSPIRE works with clients from OGC and the automotive sector, governments and associations. We are looking for a candidate who will lead the efforts to expand the client base globally and maintain relations with SGS INSPIRE clients.BDM should follow global policies and corporate strategies related to fuels, transportation, and vehicle emissions within the context of energy transition and climate change.  BDM is also required to maintain relations with the current clients and support Business Manager with P&L monitoring. The position requires a proactive approach to discovering new markets and opportunities, developing and implementing the project's marketing strategy and maintaining a network of contacts with SGS affiliates worldwide. BDM will work in close contact with the project business manager, other members of the team, and colleagues within SGSResponsibilitiesStay informed about global policy developments in the areas of energy in the transportation sectors (i.e., conventional fuels, hydrogen, power-to-liquid, renewable electricity, sustainable aviation fuels, alternative marine fuels, biobased fuels, alternative fuels and vehicles).Website and marketingIn charge of communications -marketing strategy in INSPIRE/WWFSIn charge of the visual aspect and narrative of the website. Regularly publish and update marketing-related content on the website. Actively developing the website from the marketing and business development perspectivePromotion of INSPIRE on LinkedIn and external platformsKeep INSPIRE promotional materials up to dateOrganise podcasts and webinars of INSPIREPrepare and send weekly email of INSPIREPrepare and send monthly email of INSPIREPromote of INSPIRE new productsKeep track of relevant conferences and search for speaking and publishing opportunities for SGS INSPIRE market analysts worldwideRepresent and speak on behalf of SGS INSPIRE at conferences, workshops, webinars, online presentations, etc.Customers and salesMaintain relations with current customers and respond to their requests concerning proposals, contracts etc.Answer questions from customers related to subscriptions and salesSignal new potential clients to BM and explore the marketKeep and expand the database of potential clients and contacts worldwide in cooperation with regional market analystsOrganise presentations of INSPIRE for potential customers and SGS affiliates and lead them independently or in cooperation with analystsMonitor tenders in search of consulting projectsLead annual customer satisfaction surveySell INSPIRE products in accordance with annual targetsBuild and maintain a network of contacts among significant industry stakeholders globallyKeeping track of competitors’ activitiesLeads team business development meetings, takes minutes, and follows up on implementation. Proposes measuresStrategy and P&LDraft high-quality briefings and presentations for managementSupport Business Manager with P&L monitoring and reportingReplace the Business Manager when necessaryOther tasks as required by the supervisorThe role reports to the SGS INSPIRE Business Manager