Owens & Xley Consults - Our client, a world class Home Automations company is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Business Development Officer
Location: Lagos
Job Description
The Business Development Officer will be responsible for promoting the products and services of the company. He or she will build market positions for the company by identifying, developing and negotiating business relationships that translate into sales. He or she will work to grow the client base of the company, foster client relationships and manage the corporate image of the company.
Key Responsibilities
Prospect for potential clients; build, grow and maintain these relationships into increased businesses for the company.
Coordinate business development planning and work closely with teams especially marketing and sales to develop proposals for client meetings.
Identify potential business opportunities and analyze trends in the market space;
Work closely with technical staff and other internal colleagues for best specifications to meet consumer needs.
Keep a profile of the current clientele of the business and regularly update the database
Attend industry specific functions, such as association events and conferences, and provide valuable feedback and information on market and creative trends.
Present to and consult with mid and senior level management on business trends with a view to developing new services, products, and distribution channels.
Generate and supervise the execution of marketing campaigns and plans
Identify opportunities for campaigns, services, and distribution channels that will lead to an increase in sales.
Using knowledge of the market and competitors, management and research to identify and develop the company’s unique selling propositions and differentiators.
Prepare customer service agreements and other client paper work based on the company policy.
Update and manage the company’s website and social media pages
Provide weekly progress report, ensuring all data is accurately entered for the company’s knowledge management system.
Carry out other business development functions as may be required by management
Requirements
Educational Qualification: HND/B.Sc in Marketing, Business and Finance
An advanced degree (MBA) would be desirable
Experience:
3-5 Years experience
Skills and Abilities:
Highly analytical, driven and focused.
Prospecting and closing skills, sales mapping and planning, territory management, market knowledge, presentation Skills,
High level of professionalism;
Able to develop strategic plans for sales; must be motivated to exceed sales targets.
Result-oriented team player with exceptional motivation and interpersonal skills.
Networking, prospecting and persuasion skills with the ability to identify the needs and challenges of clients.
Good written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to prepare management reports and correspondence
Stress management skills
Time management skills
Personal Attributes:
Have a deep desire to work in engineering and technology
Very sociable
Analytical
Very tech savvy and knowledgeable of current trends
Ability to work well with others and influence subordinates to work
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work flexibly and under initiative to achieve set objectives
Strong project management and negotiation skills
Open to challenges
Remuneration
N100,000 - N150,000 plus commission.
Application Closing Date
31st October, 2019.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: [email protected] using the "Job Title" as the subject of the email.