HR Leverage - Our client is a world class business to business IT Infrastructure company in Lagos whose niche of business includes, Data center management, Internet connectivity & Fiber optic cabling, Hardware training and installations, Cyber security enablement among turnkey subsea telecommunication cable installation services.
We are recruiiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Business Development & Marketing Officer
Location: Lagos
Job Summary
Ensure implementation of marketing programs within agreed timelines. Finding new ways of securing more potential customers and building strong relationships with clients / customers for business growth & profitability
Main Deliverables
Ensure company management guidelines and policies are followed.
Ensure implementation of marketing programs within agreed timelines.
Finding new ways of securing more potential customers and building strong relationships with clients / customers for business growth & profitability.
Preparing and submitting bids and proposals to clients as required.
Manage the proposal and contract negotiation, to deal closure
Aggressively achieving the sales target and profit objectives
Building and retaining client relationships through continuous follow up with clients for their requirements and improve client retention rate.
Build strong relationships with and maintain a real time understanding of the Telecommunication and IT products & services marketplace
Take a dynamic role in the development and execution of all sales & marketing strategies
Seeking out additional opportunities through existing contacts, a proactive approach and innovative thinking
Assist in championing the design, development and execution of business strategies for marketing the organization’s products and services and maintain database of individual customers, corporate and international organizations.
Assist in developing new products and services in line with organization’s vision and strategy.
Review market trends and make appropriate recommendations to enable management take key business decisions (e.g. markets, pricing, service delivery model).
Assist in overseeing marketing campaigns and other business development initiatives and ensure the smooth running and efficient coordination of all promotions.
Invoicing & following up for payments / collection etc with the clients.
Interaction / coordination with other departments for the flow of information required by the Marketing department and to ensure smooth implementation of new business wins.
Owning the client proposition process, from matching client needs identified during the sales process to company resources, to shaping , writing and delivering the proposition, closing the deal and ensuring the clients benefits from the promised service.
Develop an understanding of competitor strategies and means of differentiation, and be responsible for competitive analysis and creating strategic marketing plan.
Building closer relationships with potential clients and developing a clear understanding of the underlying needs.
Provide prompt periodic sales report to management
Understanding the general/technical features and requirements of the company’s products and services
Granting Confidential Treatment to all information accessed by virtue of the position
Any other assigned task by Superior officers.
Requirements
At least 1 or 2 years relevant experience in IT/ Telecoms field Science/Engineering background.
Skills:
Candidates applying for positions should possess:
Good knowledge of company’s business procedures and objectives.
Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and analytical skills.
Strong communications and interpersonal skills; able to persuade and motivate
Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people including participate in highly technical, marketing & sales discussions with marketers and business developers
Strong analytical skills are required to address complex issues
Able to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, regulatory agencies or members of the business and general community at large.
Must have a positive professional demeanor and approach when conducting business with internal and external customers.
Good research, communication, lecture and document design skills.
Project management, vendor negotiations and contracting skills.
Strong influencing skill.
Salary Range
Negotiable based on experience and skills.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's to: [email protected]