Responsibilities
- Identify new
business opportunities – including new markets, growth areas, trends,
customers, products and services through market surveys, internet
searches, activation of networks and referrals;
- Map trendsetter
ideas by researching industry and related events, publications and
announcements;
- Understand the
target markets e.g. industry, company, project, company contacts and which
market strategies can be used to attract clients;
- Screen
potential business deals by analyzing market strategies, deal
requirements, potential and financials; evaluating options; resolving
internal priorities; and making recommendations;
- Have an
in-depth knowledge of business services/products and value proposition and
communicate new service/product to prospective clients;
- Plan sales
campaigns and create a sales pipeline;
- Proactively
respond to RFP’s, tenders, and develop sales in new sales territories;
- Develop quotes
and proposals for potential clients;
- Close new
business deals by coordinating requirements; developing and negotiating
contracts; integrating contract requirements with business operations;
- Foster, develop
and maintain relationships with existing clients and business partners
identifying opportunities for growth or increasing client base;
- Undertake
customer service initiatives, build superior customer experience and brand
loyalty, a good track record and a great reputation for the company;
- Analyze
customer base and current sales strategies and identify opportunities to
increase efficiency and profitability;
- Attend
exhibitions, trade fairs and position the business brand;
- Brainstorm,
discuss promotional strategy and activities with the business development
team;
- Manage records
of sales, revenue and other important data;
- Train business
development team members and arrange in liaison with HR external training
where appropriate;
- Write necessary
reports and provide management with feedback.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s
Degree in Business Development/Sales and Marketing or a relevant business
course;
- Minimum of Five
(5) years’ relevant experience gained from a reputable organization with
at least three (3) years in a contact centre environment;
- Demonstrable
business analysis experience;
- Background in
banking or insurance is highly desired;
- Able to manage,
guide and lead subordinates to ensure appropriate processes are being
used;
- Strong
commitment to the principles underpinning good governance and sound
financial management.
How To
Apply
Send
your updated CV to recruitment@sheerlogicltd.com
on or before 25/05/2025. Kindly indicate the job title in the
subject line: Business Development Officer
