Build business relationships

Description

Establish a positive, long-term relationship between organisations and interested third parties such as suppliers, distributors, shareholders and other stakeholders in order to inform them of the organisation and its objectives.

Occupations requiring this skill

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Skill demand overview
  • Essential in 85 occupations
  • Optional in 63 occupations
  • Total: 148 occupations
  • Most common in: ISCO major group 2 (Professionals)

Essential for

  • Auction house manager
    An auction house manager is responsible for meeting with consignors, or sellers, discussing auction formats and terms and arranging auction timelines in an auction house. The manag…
  • Green coffee buyer
    Green coffee buyers purchase green coffee beans from producers all around the world commissioned by coffee roasters. They have a deep knowledge of the process of coffee from the…
  • Wholesale merchant in perfume and cosmetics
    Wholesale merchants in perfume and cosmetics investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of goods. O…
  • ICT disaster recovery analyst
    ICT disaster recovery analysts develop, maintain, and implement ICT continuity and disaster recovery strategies and solutions. They support the technical teams, assess the risks, d…
  • Motor vehicle aftersales manager
    Motor vehicle aftersales managers maximise sales by closing business on an ongoing basis. They negotiate with existing clients for contract renewals. They maintain contracts, deal …
  • Wholesale merchant in household goods
    Wholesale merchants in household goods investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of goods. Other t…
  • Chemical application specialist
    Chemical application specialists develop chemical products according to the needs and expectations of the clients. They conduct the development of formulas and processes of formula…
  • Transport health and safety inspector
    Transport health and safety inspectors are responsible for maintaining safety standards, reducing risk to company, staff and customers and achieving industry standards. They evalua…
  • Auditing clerk
    Auditing clerks collect and examine financial data, such as inventory transactions, for organisations and companies and ensure they are accurate, properly maintained, and that they…
  • Executive assistant
    Executive assistants are advanced administrative professionals who work with top-level executives or in international facilities in various industries. They organise meetings, orga…
  • Commercial director
    Commercial directors are responsible for the income generation for the commercial sector of their company. They manage several commercial tasks such as setting targets, overseeing …
  • Sales account manager
    Sales account managers serve as intermediators between clients and the organisation, managing both sales and long term relations with the client. They have knowledge about products…
  • Wholesale merchant in fish, crustaceans and molluscs
    Wholesale merchants in fish, crustaceans and molluscs investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of…
  • Warehouse manager
    Warehouse managers assume the responsibility for storage facilities. They manage the operations and the staff within. Other titles The following job titles also refer to warehouse …
  • Wholesale merchant
    Wholesale merchants investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of goods. Other titles The following…
  • Wholesale merchant in hides, skins and leather products
    Wholesale merchants in hides, skins and leather products investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities…
  • ICT application configurator
    ICT application configurators identify, record, and maintain user-specific application configurations based upon user requirements and business rules. They configure generic softwa…
  • Marketing assistant
    Marketing assistants support all the efforts and operations carried out by marketing managers and officers. They prepare reports about the marketing operations needed by other depa…
  • Wholesale merchant in pharmaceutical goods
    Wholesale merchants in pharmaceutical goods investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of goods. Ot…
  • Investor relations manager
    Investor relations managers disseminate the investment strategy of the company and monitor the reactions of the investment community towards it. They use marketing, financial, comm…
  • Accommodation manager
    Accommodation managers are in charge of managing the operations and overseeing the strategy for a hospitality establishment. They manage human resources, finances, marketing and op…
  • Business manager
    Business managers are responsible for setting the objectives of the business unit of a company, creating a plan for the operations, and facilitating the achievement of the objectiv…
  • Wholesale merchant in meat and meat products
    Wholesale merchants in meat and meat products investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of goods. …
  • Insurance agency manager
    Insurance agency managers coordinate and oversee the operations of an institution or a branch of an institution that offers insurance services. They provide clients with advice on …
  • Tour organiser
    Tour organisers are in charge of managing and supervising the itinerary of a touristic voyage and provide practical information to tourists. Other titles The following job titles a…
  • Public housing manager
    Public housing managers develop strategies for the improvement of housing policy in a community, as well as providing social housing to those in need. They identify housing needs a…
  • Business analyst
    Business analysts research and understand the strategic position of businesses and companies in relation to their markets and their stakeholders. They analyse and present their vie…
  • Rescue centre manager
    Rescue centre managers supervise operations of a rescue centre, performing administrative duties and supervision of staff. They ensure that the centre operates according to policie…
  • Wholesale merchant in machinery, industrial equipment, ships and aircraft
    Wholesale merchants in machinery, industrial equipment, ships and aircraft investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involvin…
  • Venture capitalist
    Venture capitalists invest in young or small startup companies by providing private funding. They research potential markets and particular product opportunities to help business o…
  • Wholesale merchant in furniture, carpets and lighting equipment
    Wholesale merchants in furniture, carpets and lighting equipment investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large qu…
  • Business consultant
    Business consultants analyse the position, structure and processes of businesses and companies and offer services or advice to improve them. They research and identify business pro…
  • Wholesale merchant in sugar, chocolate and sugar confectionery
    Wholesale merchants in sugar, chocolate and sugar confectionery investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large qua…
  • Tourism product manager
    Tourism product managers analyse the market, research potential offers, develop products, plan and organise the distribution and marketing processes. Other titles The following job…
  • Wholesale merchant in textile industry machinery
    Wholesale merchants in textile industry machinery investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of goo…
  • Wholesale merchant in coffee, tea, cocoa and spices
    Wholesale merchants in coffee, tea, cocoa and spices investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of …
  • ICT auditor manager
    ICT auditor managers monitor ICT auditors responsible for auditing information systems, platforms, and operating procedures in accordance with established corporate standards for e…
  • Wholesale merchant in waste and scrap
    Wholesale merchants in waste and scrap investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of goods. Other t…
  • Licensing manager
    Licensing managers oversee licenses and rights of a company regarding use of its products or intellectual property. They ensure that third parties comply with specified agreements …
  • Recycling specialist
    Recycling specialists research recycling policies and legislation, and supervise implementation in an organisation to ensure that waste management occurs according to regulations. …
  • Interpretation agency manager
    Interpretation agency managers oversee operations in the delivery of interpretation services. They coordinate the efforts of a team of interpreters who understand and convert spoke…
  • Department store manager
    Department store managers organise and control the operations and staff of establishments which provide retail services. Other titles The following job titles also refer to departm…
  • Wholesale merchant in office machinery and equipment
    Wholesale merchants in office machinery and equipment investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of…
  • Translation agency manager
    Translation agency managers oversee operations in the delivery of translation services. They coordinate the efforts of a team of translators who translate written material from one…
  • Contract engineer
    Contract engineers combine technical knowledge of contracts and legal matters with understanding of engineering specifications and principles. They ensure that both parts are align…
  • Sales engineer
    Sales engineers provide technical customisation of products based on customers requests and needs (mainly heavy duty), such as building equipment. They take care of business to bus…
  • ICT project manager
    ICT project managers schedule, control and direct the resources, people, funding and facilities to achieve the objectives of ICT projects. They establish budgets and timelines, per…
  • Wholesale merchant in agricultural raw materials, seeds and animal feeds
    Wholesale merchants in agricultural raw materials, seeds and animal feeds investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving…
  • Medical practice manager
    Medical practice managers manage the day-to-day operations of a medical practice. They oversee the staff and business side of the practice. Duties The duties of a medical practice …
  • Tourist animator
    Tourist animators develop and organise entertainment activities for guests of a hospitality establishment. They set up and coordinate activities to entertain customers. Duties Here…
  • Management assistant
    Management assistants perform varied types of jobs, usually under general supervision. They carry out administrative tasks and support managers to ensure the entire department func…
  • User interface designer
    A User Interface Designer is a creative professional who focuses on the visual layout and interactive elements of a product’s interface. Their role is to design intuitive, attracti…
  • Wholesale merchant in machine tools
    Wholesale merchants in machine tools investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of goods. Other tit…
  • Wholesale merchant in electrical household appliances
    Wholesale merchants in electrical household appliances investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities o…
  • Corporate training manager
    Corporate training managers coordinate all the training activities and development programmes in a company. They also design and develop new training modules and supervise all the …
  • Wholesale merchant in textiles and textile semi-finished and raw materials
    Wholesale merchants in textiles and textile semi-finished and raw materials investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involvi…
  • Wholesale merchant in office furniture
    Wholesale merchants in office furniture investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of goods. Minimu…
  • Wholesale merchant in hardware, plumbing and heating equipment and supplies
    Wholesale merchants in hardware, plumbing and heating equipment and supplies investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involv…
  • Exploration geologist
    An Exploration Geologist is a scientist who specializes in locating and assessing mineral and energy resources, such as oil, gas, metals, and gemstones. They use a combination of g…
  • Wholesale merchant in metals and metal ores
    Wholesale merchants in metals and metal ores investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of goods. O…
  • 3D modeller
    3D modellers design 3D models of objects, virtual environments, layouts, characters, and 3D virtual animated agents. Excludes people performing managerial activities. Other titles …
  • Service manager
    Service managers are responsible for the supervision and coordination of the provision of different professional and technical services to customers. They ensure a smooth interacti…
  • Project manager
    Project managers ensure that a project is completed on time, within budget, and that its objectives are met. They oversee the project, manage the team, ensure the most efficient…
  • Retail entrepreneur
    Retail entrepreneurs organise business processes and concepts in his/her personally owned business. Duties The duties of a retail entrepreneur include, but are nit limited to: Mana…
  • Social services manager
    Social services managers have the responsibility for strategic and operational leadership and management of staff teams and resources within and or across social services. They are…
  • Operations manager
    Operations managers plan, oversee and coordinate the daily operations of production of goods and provision of services. They also formulate and implement company policies and plan …
  • Wholesale merchant in chemical products
    Wholesale merchants in chemical products investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of goods. Inclu…
  • Wholesale merchant in tobacco products
    Wholesale merchants in tobacco products investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of goods. Other …
  • Wholesale merchant in clothing and footwear
    Wholesale merchants in clothing and footwear investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of goods. O…
  • Software architect
    A Software Architect is a senior-level IT professional responsible for designing the high-level structure of software systems. They define how software components interact, select …
  • Wholesale merchant in wood and construction materials
    Wholesale merchants in wood and construction materials investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities o…
  • Wholesale merchant in live animals
    Wholesale merchants in live animals investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of goods. Other titl…
  • Wholesale merchant in beverages
    Wholesale merchants in beverages investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of goods. Other titles …
  • Urban planner
    An Urban Planner is responsible for developing plans and programs for land use in urban areas. They aim to create communities, accommodate population growth, and revitalize physica…
  • Wholesale merchant in agricultural machinery and equipment
    Wholesale merchants in agricultural machinery and equipment investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantit…
  • Elderly home manager
    Elderly home managers oversee, plan, organise and evaluate the provision of elderly care services for people who are in need of these services due to the effects of ageing.…
  • Interior architect
    Interior architects create plans for the interior of a home, building, or other structure. They determine the specifications and distribution of the space. Interior architects comb…
  • Auctioneer
    Auctioneers conduct auctions by accepting bids and declaring goods sold. Duties An auctioneer typically performs the following duties: appraises and lists property for auction orga…
  • Wholesale merchant in flowers and plants
    Wholesale merchants in flowers and plants investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of goods. Othe…
  • Aeronautical information specialist
    Aeronautical information specialists provide high quality aeronautical information management services through technological means. They provide support to senior aeronautical info…
  • Tourist information centre manager
    Tourist information centre managers are in charge of managing employees and activities of a centre which provides information and advice to travellers and visitors about local attr…
  • Youth centre manager
    Youth centre managers plan and supervise the operations of children and youth homes which provide care and counselling services. They assess the needs for youths in the community, …
  • Child day care centre manager
    Child day care centre managers provide social services to children and their families. They supervise and support child care workers and manage the childcare facilities. Child day …
  • Airport director
    Airport directors oversee a group of managers who lead or supervise a particular area of the airport, programme or a project. Other titles The following job titles also refer…
  • Wholesale merchant in fruit and vegetables
    Wholesale merchants in fruit and vegetables investigate potential wholesale buyers and suppliers and match their needs. They conclude trades involving large quantities of goods. Ot…

Optional for

  • Telecommunications engineer
    Telecommunications engineers design, build, test and maintain telecommunication systems and networks, including radio and broadcasting equipment.They analyse customer needs and req…
  • ICT security administrator
    ICT security administrators plan and carry out security measures to protect information and data from unauthorised access, deliberate attack, theft and corruption. Other titles The…
  • Branch manager
    Branch managers are responsible for the management of all the affairs related with a company in a specific geographic region or business branch. They receive indications from the h…
  • Embedded system designer
    Embedded system designers translate and design requirements and the high-level plan or architecture of an embedded control system according to technical software specifications. Ex…
  • Data warehouse designer
    A data warehouse designer is a specialized IT professional responsible for designing and creating efficient and organized data storage systems known as data warehouses. Data wareho…
  • Online sales channel manager
    Online sales channel managers define the sales programme for e-commerces such as goods sold via e-mail, internet and social media. They also assist in planning the of the online…
  • Electromagnetic engineer
    An electromagnetic engineer is a professional who specializes in the study, design, and application of equipment, devices, and systems that utilize electricity, electronics, and el…
  • Travel consultant
    Travel consultants provide customised information and consultation on travel offers, make reservations and sell travel services together with other related services. Duties Travel …
  • Commodity broker
    Commodity brokers act as intermediary between buyers and sellers of movable and immovable property such as raw materials, livestock or real estate. They negotiate prices and receiv…
  • Enterprise architect
    Enterprise architects balance technological opportunities with business requirements. They also maintain a holistic view of the organisation's strategy, processes, information and …
  • Optoelectronic engineer
    Optoelectronic engineers design and develop optoelectronic systems and devices, such as UV sensors, photodiodes, and LEDs. Optoelectronic engineering combines optical engineering w…
  • Investment adviser
    Investment advisers are professionals who offer transparent advice by recommending suitable solutions on financial matters to their clients. They advise on investing pension or fre…
  • Tourism contract negotiator
    Tourism contract negotiators negotiate tourism-related contracts between a tour operator and tourism service providers. Other titles The following job titles also refer to tourism …
  • Network marketer
    Network marketers, also known as multi-level marketers or MLM professionals, are individuals who promote and sell products or services through a network of distributors or sales re…
  • Credit union manager
    Credit union managers oversee and manage member services, supervise staff and operations of credit unions. They inform staff about the latest credit union procedures and policies a…
  • Hospitality entertainment manager
    Hospitality entertainment managers are in charge of managing the team which creates entertainment activities for the guests of a hospitality establishment. Excludes people performi…
  • Sensor engineer
    A Sensor Engineer designs, develops, tests, and implements sensor technologies used in a variety of applications, such as consumer electronics, automotive systems, industrial autom…
  • ICT business development manager
    ICT business development managers increase business opportunities for the organisation and develop strategies that will enhance the smooth running of the organisation, product deve…
  • EBusiness manager
    eBusiness managers create and execute a company's electronic strategy plan for selling products and services online. They also improve data integrity, placement of online tools and…
  • Cultural facilities manager
    Cultural facilities managers direct the operations of facilities that provide cultural services such as theatre, movies and music. They plan and organise the daily operations of th…
  • Public relations manager
    Public relations managers strive to convey and maintain a desired image or reputation of a company, individual, governmental institution, or organisation in general to the public a…
  • Data quality specialist
    Data quality specialists review organisation's data for accuracy, recommend enhancements to record systems and data acquisition processes and assess referential and historical inte…
  • Dredging supervisor
    A dredging supervisor is a professional responsible for overseeing and managing dredging operations, which involve the removal of sediment and debris from bodies of water to improv…
  • Bank manager
    Bank managers oversee the management of one or several bank activities. They set policies which promote safe banking operations, ensure the economic, social and commercial targets …
  • Photonics engineer
    Photonics engineers are concerned with the generation, transmission, transformation, and detection of light. They conduct research, design, assemble, test and deploy photonic compo…
  • Electromechanical engineer
    An electromechanical engineer is a professional who specializes in the interdisciplinary field that combines electrical engineering and mechanical engineering. Electromechanical en…
  • Chief technology officer
    Chief technology officers contribute to a company's technical vision and lead all aspects of technology development, according to its strategic direction and growth objectives. The…
  • Microsystem engineer
    Microsystem engineers research, design, develop, and supervise the production of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), which can be integrated in mechanical, optical, acoustic, an…
  • Knowledge engineer
    Knowledge engineers integrate structured knowledge into computer systems (knowledge bases) in order to solve complex problems normally requiring a high level of human expertise or …
  • ICT account manager
    ICT account managers build business relationships with customers to facilitate the sale of hardware, software, telecommunications, or ICT services. They also identify opportunities…
  • Securities underwriter
    Securities underwriters assist an institution in selling and buying debt securities. These securities may include corporate stocks, preferred stock, government bonds and other type…
  • Microelectronics engineer
    Microelectronics is a subdivision of electronics that focuses on the design of small electronic parts like semiconductors, circuit boards, and microchips that are used in the desig…
  • Database designer
    Database designers specify the database's logical structure, processes, and information flows. They design data models and databases to serve data acquisition. Excludes people perf…
  • Stock broker
    Stock brokers act on behalf of their individual or institutional clients to buy and sell stocks and other securities. They are in close contact with their clients and ensure…
  • Computer hardware engineer
    A Computer Hardware Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing computer hardware components, including processors, circuit boards, memory devices, networks, and…
  • Travel agency manager
    Travel agency managers are in charge of managing employees and activities of a travel agency. They organise, advertise and sell tourist offers and travel deals for specific regions…
  • Department manager
    Department managers are responsible for the operations of a certain division or department of a company. They ensure objectives and goals are reached and manage employees. Other ti…
  • Tourist information officer
    Tourist information officers provide information and advice to travellers about local attractions, events, travelling and accommodation. Duties Tourist information officers typical…
  • ICT research manager
    ICT research managers plan, manage and monitor research activities and evaluate emerging trends in the information and communication technology field to assess their relevance. The…
  • Central bank governor
    Central bank governors set the monetary and regulatory policy, determine interest rates, maintain price stability, control the national money supply and issuance and foreign exchan…
  • Insurance broker
    Insurance brokers are natural or legal persons who provide insurance. They are also called insurance intermediaries. Insurance brokers promote, sell and provide advice on various i…
  • ICT resilience manager
    ICT resilience managers research, plan and develop models, policies, methods, techniques and tools that enhance an organisation's cyber security, resilience and disaster recovery. …
  • Instructional designer
    Instructional designers develop instructional material for training courses using multimedia technology and authoring tools. They aim to create instructional experiences which make…
  • Mechatronics engineer
    Mechatronics engineers design and develop intelligent systems, such as robotic devices, smart home appliances, and aeroplanes, through combining technologies from mechanical, elect…
  • Optomechanical engineer
    Optomechanical engineers design and develop optomechanical systems, devices, and components, such as optical mirrors and optical mounts. Optomechanical engineering combines optical…
  • Spokesperson
    Spokespeople speak on behalf of companies or organisations. They use communication strategies to represent clients through public announcements and conferences. They promote their …
  • Automation engineer
    An Automation Engineer designs, develops, and maintains automated systems and processes that improve efficiency, accuracy, and safety in industrial, manufacturing, and technologica…
  • ICT system integration consultant
    ICT system integration consultants advise on bringing together different systems to interoperate within an organisation for enabling data sharing and reducing redundancy. Other tit…
  • Securities broker
    Securities brokers create the connection between the investors and the available investment opportunities. They purchase and sell securities on their clients' behalf based on their…
  • Public relations officer
    Public relations officers represent a company or organisation to stakeholders and the public. They use communications strategies to promote an understanding of the activities and i…
  • Trade development officer
    Trade development officers develop and implement trade policies both internally and in international import and export relations. They analyse the domestic and foreign markets in o…
  • Security consultant
    Security consultants provide security services to clients and individuals that help them preventing, planning and mitigating threats such as terrorism, espionage, theft, and violen…
  • Mutual fund broker
    Mutual fund brokers handle and raise cash from shareholders in order to invest them in stocks, bonds, and money-market securities. They engage with investors by inquiring about the…
  • Communication manager
    Communication managers, as spokespersons, the communications issued by the company for both the internal and the external clients. For internal clients, meaning the employees, comm…
  • Digital media designer
    Digital media designers create and edit graphics, animations, sound, text and video to assist in the creation of integrated multimedia products. They may perform activities related…
  • Relationship banking manager
    Relationship banking managers retain and expand existing and prospective customer relationships. They use cross-selling techniques to advise and sell various banking and financial …
  • ICT network architect
    ICT network architects design the topology and connectivity of ICT network such as hardware, infrastructure, communication and hardware components. Excludes people performing manag…
  • Pricing specialist
    Pricing specialists are essential members of business and finance teams, focusing on determining optimal pricing strategies for products or services. Their role involves analyzing …
  • ICT system architect
    ICT system architects design architecture, components, modules, interfaces, and data for a multi-components system to meet specified requirements. Excludes people performing develo…
  • ICT vendor relationship manager
    ICT vendor relationship managers establish and maintain positive business relationships between stakeholders (external or internal), by deploying activities which are compliant wit…
  • Material testing technician
    Material testing technicians perform a variety of tests on materials such as soils, concrete, masonry and asphalt, in order to verify conformance to intended usage cases and specif…
  • Forest ranger
    Forest rangers are responsible for the protection and conservation of natural resources, particularly in regards to forests and woodlands. Duties The duties of a forest ranger incl…
  • Foreign exchange broker
    Foreign exchange brokers buy and sell foreign currencies on behalf of their clients to secure a profit on fluctuations in foreign exchange rates. They undertake technical analysis …

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