Business Development Officer at Sophia ERP Limited (SEL)

Job Description

• The ideal business development officer will strategically generate leads and convert to sales
• He/she will pitch relevant products or services to new and existing customers and also maintain a good working relationship with existing clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Following up new business opportunities and setting up meetings.
• Planning and preparing presentations.
• Communicating new product developments to prospective clients.
• Development of marketing content.
• Developing growth strategies and plans
• Managing and retaining relationships with existing clients
• Increasing client base
• Having an in-depth knowledge of business products and value proposition
• Writing business proposals
• Negotiating with stakeholders
• Identifying and mapping business strengths and customer needs
• Researching business opportunities and viable income streams
• Following industry trends locally and globally
• Drafting and reviewing contracts
• Reporting on successes and areas needing improvements
• Assist in company’s branding and media communication activities such as press releases, advertisements, marketing collaterals, and web site.
• Prepare the annual marketing budget and track the expenses against the budget.
• Maintain a knowledge repository of clients, referrals, prospects and presentations.
• Participate in industry forums, client discussions, and conferences as a representative of the organization.
• Writing reports and providing management with feedback

Competencies:

• High-level communication skills
• Stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to negotiate
• Conflict resolution
• Ability to self-motivate and motivate a team
• Experience with meeting and exceeding targets
• Good business sense and positive attitude
• A deep understanding of marketing principles
• Conversant with the Technology Industry.