• Application Deadline: Mon, 30 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Business Development Associate


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 3 years


• Location Lagos


• City Lekki


• Job Field Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development 
  

Job Description

• Our client is in search of an ambitious and energetic business development associate who will be responsible for developing a business development strategy focused on financial gain and also arranging business development meetings with prospective clients.


• The goal is to drive sustainable financial growth by boosting sales and forging strong relationships with clients.

Responsibilities

• Develop a growth strategy focused both on financial gain and customer satisfaction


• Identify potential clients, and the decision makers within the client organisation.


• Research and build relationships with new clients.


• Plan approaches and pitches.


• Work with team to develop proposals that speaks to the client’s needs, concerns, and objectives.


• Participate in pricing the solution/service.


• Handle objections by clarifying, emphasising agreements and working through differences to a positive conclusion.


• Present new products and services and enhance existing relationships.


• Work with technical staff and other internal colleagues to meet customer needs and develop revenue streams.


• Arrange and participate in internal and external client debriefs


• Attend industry functions, such as association events and conferences, and provide feedback and information on market and creative trends.


• Identify opportunities for campaigns, services, and distribution channels that will lead to an increase in sales.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, and any other relevant discipline


• Minimum of 3 years proven working experience in business Development and sales / key account management


• Must have proven years of B2B and B2C strategies.


• Fluent in English verbal/written communication.


• Knowledge of computer systems, database and CRM software.


• Strong communication and presentation skills.


• Proficiency in MS office packages.


• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.


• Strong organization and project management, analytical, strategic, persuasive and negotiation skills.