Business Development Officer

Responsibilities:

The requirements of this key result area will include but are not limited to-

• Research and establish relationships with potential clients.
• Identify emerging markets for the company’s products
• Identify potential clients and possibly set up meetings between client & company’s principals/representatives. 
• Attend industry functions, conferences & events and provide feedback on market & other innovative trends.
• Regularly conduct a SWOT analysis on the company and her competitors, using information gathered to identify & develop the company’s unique selling points (USP) & differentiators
• Utilize every opportunity to upsell and/or link sell products in addition to or to complement customers’ initial purchase.
• Ensure continuous development in the area of product knowledge so as to be able to correctly sell products to customers.
• Screen potential business deals by analyzing market strategies and other requirements. 
• Examine risk factors & potentials for business growth with every corporate business opportunity.
• Suggest & plan events and on-counter activities to ensure the company’s business plan is achieved
• Work with sales team to develop approaches that speak to clients’ needs & concerns.
• Implement Customer Service Standards and ensure they adhered today
• Ensure business and sales records are updated regularly
• Understand sales targets enough to forecast and ensure the monthly targets are met and surpassed. 
• Review sales and business performance with senior management and device plans for improvements
• Ensure all business-related information is kept confidential
• Handle other tasks that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement:

• Proven working experience as a business development officer, sales executive or a relevant role
• Proven sales track record
• Experience in customer support is a must
• Proficiency in MS Office and Excel
• Proficiency in English
• Market knowledge
• Communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to build rapport
• Time management and planning skills
• BSc/BA in business administration, sales or relevant field
• Minimum of 5 years experience 

Other benefits:

• Pension
• HMO
• NSITF
• Incentive