Business Development Manager (m/f)

Posted 14 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in Luxembourg
Remote
Senior level
Digital Media • Marketing Tech
The Role
Develops and closes new B2B business across the European media and broadcast industry. Responsibilities include prospecting, relationship management, value proposition development, full sales-cycle ownership, contract negotiation, market research, forecasting, and participation in go-to-market strategy. The role collaborates with presales, technical, product, marketing, and operations teams and represents BCE at international industry events.
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Company Description

Broadcasting Center Europe (BCE) is a European leader in media services, system integration and software development in the areas of television, radio, production and postproduction, telecommunication and IT.
With its extensive experience on the media market, our team provides high-quality services and will always find the solution that matches your project and budget.
With more than 200 highly qualified and motivated people, BCE serves about 400 clients in various sectors, such as TV channels, radio stations, film distributors, producers, advertising companies, telecommunications operators and public services.
BCE is part of RTL Group, leader across broadcast, content and digital.

Job Description

 

  • Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities across the European media and broadcast industry, engaging broadcasters, content owners, sports organizations, streaming platforms, telecom operators, and media technology providers. Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospects through direct outreach, networking, industry events, and strategic partnerships.
  • Develop long-term relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders, understanding their business challenges and objectives.
  • Promote BCE's portfolio of services and solutions by creating compelling value propositions tailored to customer needs.
  • Lead the entire sales cycle, from prospecting and qualification to proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and deal closure.
  • Collaborate closely with presales, technical experts, product teams, and operations to design and deliver winning customer solutions.
  • Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends, customer requirements, and growth opportunities.
  • Contribute to the definition and execution of BCE's business development strategy and go-to-market initiatives.
  • Represent BCE at international trade shows, conferences, and industry events.
  • Maintain accurate forecasting, reporting, and opportunity management through CRM tools.

Qualifications

 

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Media, Technology, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 to 7 years of successful experience in Business Development, Sales, Account Management, or a comparable commercial role.
  • Proven track record of generating new business and closing complex B2B deals.
  • Experience within the broadcast, media, telecommunications, technology, digital services, or related industries is highly desirable.
  • Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to develop business opportunities from initial contact through to contract signature.
  • Strong presentation, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.
  • Results-driven mindset combined with a proactive and entrepreneurial approach.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced international environment and collaborating with multicultural teams.
  • Fluent English is mandatory. Additional European languages are considered a strong asset.
  • Willingness to travel frequently across Europe.

Additional Information

As a Business Development Manager, you will join BCE's Sales &  Marketing organization and play a key role in accelerating the growth of our business across Europe. Your mission will be to identify new market opportunities, establish strategic customer relationships, and position BCE as a trusted partner for media and technology solutions.

You will work closely with sales leaders, solution architects, presales consultants, marketing specialists, and operational teams to create innovative solutions that address customer needs and generate long-term value. This highly collaborative environment enables you to combine commercial excellence with technical expertise to drive sustainable business growth.

Joining BCE means becoming part of an ambitious and forward-thinking company that is shaping the future of media services and technology. You will have the opportunity to work with leading international customers, contribute to strategic business initiatives, and help expand BCE's presence in an ever-evolving European market. The role reflects BCE's focus on business growth, customer relationships, market expansion, and collaboration across commercial and technical teams

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Media, Technology, or a related field
  • Minimum 5 to 7 years of successful experience in Business Development, Sales, Account Management, or a comparable commercial role
  • Proven track record of generating new business and closing complex B2B deals
  • Experience within the broadcast, media, telecommunications, technology, digital services, or related industries
  • Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to develop business opportunities from initial contact through contract signature
  • Strong presentation, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities
  • Results-driven, proactive, and entrepreneurial approach
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced international environment and collaborate with multicultural teams
  • Fluent English
  • Additional European languages
  • Willingness to travel frequently across Europe
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The Company
HQ: Gütersloh
16,426 Employees

What We Do

Bertelsmann is a media, services and education company that operates in about 50 countries around the world. It includes the entertainment group RTL Group, the trade book publisher Penguin Random House, the music company BMG, the service provider Arvato Group, Bertelsmann Marketing Services, the Bertelsmann Education Group and Bertelsmann Investments, an international network of funds. The company has 165,000 employees worldwide and generated revenues of €20.2 billion in the 2022 financial year. Bertelsmann stands for creativity and entrepreneurship. This combination promotes first-class media content and innovative service solutions that inspire customers around the world. Bertelsmann aspires to achieve climate neutrality by 2030.

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