Our growing company is in need of an experienced and resourceful Business Development Executive to develop and implement growth opportunities in existing and new markets.

We're searching for professionals that have a solid track record of creating long-term value for organizations.

First and foremost, we're looking for a leader who understands how to leverage real data and capitalize on business trends and opportunities. We're looking for managers who are customer-obsessed and ready to solve the changing needs of our clients. 
Candidates should have strong communication and leadership skills, as well as the ability to manage a diverse team in an evolving industry landscape. Successful applicants should also be willing to travel. 

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

As a business development manager, you'll need to:

identify new business opportunities - including new markets, growth areas, trends, customers, products and servicesseek out the appropriate contact in an organisationgenerate leads and cold call prospective customersmeet with customers/clients face to face or over the phoneunderstand the needs of your customers and be able to respond effectively with a plan of how to meet thesethink strategically

- seeing the bigger picture and setting aims and objectives in order to develop and improve the businesswork strategically 
- carrying out necessary planning in order to implement operational changesdraw up client contracts 
- depending on the size of company, this task may be completed by someone else or agreements may not be as formalhave a good understanding of the businesses' products or services and be able to advise others about themensure staff are on board throughout the organisation, and understand the need for change and what is required of themtrain members of your team, arranging external training where appropriatediscuss promotional strategy and activities with the marketing departmentliaise with the finance team, warehousing and logistics departments as appropriateseek ways of improving the way the business operates attend seminars, conferences and events where appropriatekeep abreast of trends and changes in the business world.

Skills

• Socially adept
• Good with numbers
• Able to provide quality leadership to a large team of sales people

The skills you need to excel in this position include:

• Strong communication and IT fluency
• Creative talents and the ability to solve tough problems
• In-depth knowledge of the industry and its current eventsThe ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines

Skill in prioritizing and triaging obligations

• Attention to detail
• Excellent time management and organisation