Business Development Associate, Consumer Sector

Boston, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco

L.E.K. Consulting is seeking a Business Development Associate (BDA) to support the Consumer Sector’s Footwear & Apparel, Pet, Home, and Retail Services sub-sectors. The BDA will work with a team of Managing Directors to support the development and growth of the practice.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Researching and analyzing the Footwear & Apparel, Pet, Home, and Retail Services industries to identify and prioritize target accounts and individuals (i.e., being resourceful in identifying opportunities)
  • Managing and tracking priority of accounts / relationships, setting goals, and managing business development / sales activity and results against goals
  • Actively maintaining quality of contact information, e.g., tracking job changes and company movement of contacts / relationships
  • Identifying potential new accounts and contacts for top of the funnel prospecting
  • Following-up on opportunities to sell the firm’s services that come from referrals, campaigns, networking, and industry events
  • As required scheduling meetings and conference calls for Managing Directors with new and existing prospects
  • Performing quality reviews with clients after project completion
  • Support client development efforts, including but not limited to the development of pitch packs and proposals
  • Track key thought leadership, marketing, and practice initiatives

 

 

Qualifications:

  • An undergraduate degree is required
  • The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of relevant experience; experience in a professional services environment is a plus
  • Experience in Consumer or related/adjacent industries is a plus
  • Close attention to detail, including careful record keeping with regard to all sales activity
  • Ability to work on multiple tasks and activities at once and flexibility to re-prioritize
  • Expert PowerPoint and Excel skills
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

 

Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess eligibility to work in the United States

L.E.K. Consulting offers a competitive compensation and benefits package

L.E.K Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This opportunity is closed to applications.