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The Planet Groupis a leading provider of outsourced human capital and consulting solutions within the Technology and Professional Services sectors. Utilising our unique delivery model we specialise in sourcing top talent for market leading clients across the UK & Europe. We are relentless in connecting our clients with the most qualified, credible and reliable people in the industry.


Our Planet Technology division is an award-winning technology search and staffing firm with a long history with Workday. Planet Technology’s Enterprise Systems practice has the experts, consultants and teams for your integration projects and upgrades, including those that specialize in Workday, ERP, SAP, ServiceNow, Oracle, Big Data, Advanced Analytics, Cloud, EHR and LIMS.


Role Summary:

As a Business Development Manager,you will play a pivotal role in developing and executing our business growth strategy, specifically around Workday and expanding into SAP, Oracle, and ServiceNow. The ideal candidate has a strong sales background within the technology staffing or consulting industry.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Contacting potential clients to establish rapport, arrange meetings and build business relationships
  • Researching organizations and individuals to find new opportunities
  • Increasing our footprint and revenues of current customers while attracting new ones
  • Finding and developing new clients
  • Attending conferences, meetings, and industry events
  • Developing quotes and proposals for clients
  • Developing goals for the development and business growth and ensuring business targets are met
  • Career growth – build out your business and grow into a team lead role. Subsequently move into manager level and beyond as the teams and company grow


Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or related field
  • Experience in ERP sales such as Workday, SAP, Oracle, ServiceNow
  • Strong communication skills and IT fluency
  • Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to flourish with minimal guidance, be proactive, and handle uncertainty
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • Comfortable using a computer for various tasks


READY TO BE PART OF SOMETHING AMAZING?

The Planet Group is one of the largest consulting and staffing firms in the U.S. with growing operations across Europe, India, and LATAM. Our family of companies provides a team-oriented environment where you can take your career to the next level. If you're searching for a company that is committed to your long-term growth and success, a team of like-minded driven people who can help you develop as a professional, and a place where you'll be rewarded for your efforts.... you've come to the right place!


You're in Good Company

The Planet Group has been named a Fastest-Growing US Staffing Firm and one of the Largest US Staffing Firms, and all of our staffing companies won a “Best of Staffing” award from ClearlyRated.


Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Join a company that puts diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at the forefront. The Planet Group celebrates our differences and fosters an environment where each person can bring their authentic self to work. Employees are encouraged to unleash their innovative, collaborative, and entrepreneurial spirits. Our DEI Committee is focused on listening to employee feedback and providing regular DEI-centric resources and activities such as trainings, celebrations, lunch & learns, employee resource groups, and more.

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