Business Development Executive

Taylor Communications•New York, NY

25d•Onsite

About The Position

Taylor Corporation is seeking an experienced Business Development Executive to join their Taylor Creative Design (TCD) division. This role is focused on driving growth through new account acquisition and expansion within existing accounts. The ideal candidate is a strategic sales leader with expertise in creative services, brand strategy, packaging design, content, and production, and possesses a strong network of brand and marketing leaders, particularly in industries like beauty, CPG, lifestyle, and spirits. The position involves identifying, developing, and closing new business opportunities, representing Taylor's combined creative agency capabilities, and positioning TCD as a strategic partner. The role reports to the Vice President of Marketing, Accounts and Growth.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field
10+ years of experience in sales in related CPG categories and/or creative agency business development
Proven ability to prospect, develop, and close complex new business opportunities
Strong network of marketing, brand, and procurement leaders across relevant industries
Experience selling creative services, marketing solutions, packaging, or related capabilities
Ability to engage senior decision-makers and C-level executives
Entrepreneurial mindset with strong drive for growth and opportunity creation
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating across multiple internal teams
Authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship

Nice To Haves

The ideal candidate is a strategic, relationship-driven business developer who understands how creative ideas translate into meaningful brand experiences.
They are curious, entrepreneurial, and energized by the opportunity to build new partnerships and help shape the future growth of Taylor’s creative agencies.

Responsibilities

Drive new business development for JMD, a creative agency that specializes in brand identity design and 360 executions
Identify and pursue opportunities with key stakeholders across a range of CPG categories including beauty, lifestyle, health, wellness, food and beverage
Build and maintain a strong pipeline through strategic prospecting and relationship development
Leverage existing industry relationships to generate new opportunities
Lead consultative sales conversations with marketing and brand leaders
Develop strategic account plans to expand relationships and uncover new opportunities
Collaborate with agency leadership to shape proposals, presentations, and pitch strategies
Represent the full range of Taylor’s creative, marketing, and production capabilities to clients
Negotiate and close new business opportunities in partnership with agency leadership
Track pipeline activity and sales progress within Salesforce