Coordinator, Business Development

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The Business Development Coordinator will provide support in matters relating to client relations and business development. Assists with client relations, business development, and implementation of marketing strategies in support of the business development objectives of ABS.

• Assists in the development and implementation of business plans.
• Develops and maintains client profiles.
• Assists with VR in CRM.
• Responsible for the services and related administrative activities. Oversees and ensures the accuracy of the database management of clients, contacts, and information contained in CRM.
• Responsible for monthly client visit reporting and for summarizing weekly Action Reports.
• Assists with account management of designated customers.
• Assists with gathering information to develop strong client relationships.
• Coordinates business trips and various events.
• Makes any necessary arrangements for various business and committee meetings that will be attended by Senior Management. May include all related air travel, hotel accommodation, meeting space, or other required reservations for social functions, or the entertainment of clients.
• Responsible for maintaining a current listing of committees and ABS members.
• Maintains schedule of appointments and meetings.
• May compose draft documents and letters on behalf of the Manager or Vice President.
• Prepares ABS calendar and greeting cards.
• Handles formal occasions such as funeral flowers, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or recognized equivalent in Business, Marketing, or related discipline preferred.
• No prior work experience is required

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with outside clients in a professional and business-like manner.
• Ability to work well within a team environment and strong leadership ability.
• Must be able to assume a high level of individual responsibility.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop a working knowledge of ABS Rules, Guides, statutory regulations, and related instructions, as well as the ABS Employee Safety Policy.
• Ability to obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems.

Reports to the Manager or Vice President.

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.

ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We’re at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.

ABS Bureau is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.

ABS and Affiliated Companies (ABS) will not pay a fee to any third-party agency without a valid ABS Master Service Agreement (MSA) authorized and signed by Human Resources. Any resume, CV, application, or other forms of candidate submission provided to any employee of ABS without a valid MSA on file will be considered property of ABS, and no fee will be paid.

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job.