Acquisition Manager

An Acquisition Manager is responsible for identifying, pursuing, and securing new business opportunities for the company. They focus on building relationships with potential clients, closing deals, and expanding the company’s market presence.
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‍Key Responsibilities:

Identifying Prospects – Using market research and networking to find potential customers.
Pitching Solutions – Presenting products or services in a way that aligns with client needs.
Negotiating Deals – Managing pricing, terms, and contracts to reach mutually beneficial agreements.
Tracking Sales Performance – Monitoring targets and performance metrics to ensure goals are met.

‍Example: In a technology firm, the Acquisition Manager might secure a contract with a major corporation to implement the company’s software across all branches.

Actionable Insight: Think of this role as the “growth driver” — they actively bring in revenue and help the company capture more market share.

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Skills

Acquisition Strategies

Negotiation

Financial Analysis

Communication Skills, Negotiation, Analytical Thinking, Problem-Solving, Strategic Thinking

Responsibilities

Job Title:

Acquisition Manager (also known as Sales Manager, Sales Executive)

Job Summary:

We are looking for an Acquisition Manager to drive business growth by identifying, pursuing, and closing high-value sales opportunities. You will build strong relationships with prospective clients, create tailored acquisition strategies, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver exceptional customer experiences. This role is critical to expanding our market presence in technology, finance, and corporate services sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

Identify and target new business opportunities through market research and networking
Develop and execute effective acquisition strategies tailored to industry and client needs.
Present and promote products/services to prospective clients.
Lead contract negotiations, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements.
Maintain accurate sales pipeline reports and track KPIs.
Collaborate with marketing, finance, and operations teams to ensure smooth deal execution.
Conduct due diligence and financial analysis for large-scale acquisitions.
Monitor industry trends to stay ahead of competitors.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
3–5 years of experience in sales, acquisition, or business development.
Proven record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
Strong understanding of acquisition strategies and financial analysis.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Must-Have Skills:

Acquisition strategy developmen
Market research and analysis
Negotiation and closing skills
Due diligence and compliance knowledge
Financial analysis

Soft Skills:

Communication Skills – Able to explain complex deals in simple terms
Negotiation – Persuasive without being pushy.
Analytical Thinking – Able to interpret data for informed decision-making.
Problem-Solving – Can quickly adapt when a deal hits obstacles.
Strategic Thinking – Plans long-term moves to align with company goals.

Hard Skills:

Proficiency in CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot).
Advanced MS Excel for financial modeling.
Understanding of acquisition contract structures.
Data analysis for market segmentation.
Familiarity with industry regulations in technology, finance, or corporate services.

Communication Skills, Negotiation, Analytical Thinking, Problem-Solving, Strategic Thinking

Responsibilities

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