Job Description
George Houston is seeking to recruit suitably qualified & experienced Business Development Manager for her client, a reputable Engineering Construction and Oil & Gas Servicing company Located in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
JOB DUTIES
- Responsible for helping the company obtain better brand recognition and financial growth.
- Coordinate with company executives and sales & marketing professionals to review current market trends in order to propose new business ideas that can improve revenue margins.
- Develop beneficial proposals, negotiate contract terms and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
- Screen potential business deals by analyzing the market, examining risks and potentials, evaluating clauses in the contract and making recommendations to the management.
- Increase revenue from referrals of existing clients.
- Prepare sales materials, proposals, presentations and demonstrations for key prospects and clients.
- Tracking and development of all activities related to new business opportunities.
- Develop the organization's brand and constantly promote positive brand awareness and visibility.
- Develop and implement a marketing plan for the company's existing products and services.
- Achieve and exceed period targets in accordance with all company procedures and code of business conduct.
- Responsible for self-generating and qualifying leads from a variety of sources as well as appointments with potential customers and stakeholders.
- Conduct professional meetings, comprehensively questioning and listening to fully understand customer requirements.
- Ensure that client and potential enquiries are screened and channeled to the correct Department and responded to.
- Foster and develop positive customer relationships which result in increased and repeat business.
- Responsible for identifying and leading the tender process on new opportunities.
- Negotiating and winning sales for the organization thereby contributing towards the achievement of team and departmental targets.
- Ensuring existing and potential clients are offered professional and quality services to increase revenue.
- Maintaining detailed business records.
- Research and analyze market trends, competitor offerings and other information that affects marketing strategies.
- Establish and maintain work relationships with clients and regulatory bodies.
QUALIFICATION
- Minimum of B.Sc., B.Eng. Degree or Social Sciences is required, Masters will be added advantage.
- Must have an Engineering background.
- Minimum Experience: 7 years’ experience in Business Development.
- Proven work experience in an Oil and Gas industry, as a Business Development Manager.
- Detail-oriented and analytical with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.