Business Developer at Apata & Ascott Limited

Job Brief

• We are recruiting for one of our clients to fill the role of a Business Developer. The primary role of the Business Developer is to prospect for new clients by networking, cold calling, advertising or other means of generating interest from potential clients.
• The Business Developer must then plan persuasive approaches and pitches that will convince potential clients to do business with our company.
• The Business Developer must develop a rapport with new clients and set targets for sales and provide support that will continually improve the relationship.
• Also, it’s a requirement to grow and retain existing accounts by presenting new solutions and services to clients. The Business Developer works with mid and senior level management, marketing, and technical staff.
• Strategic planning is a key part of this job description, since it is the business developer’s responsibility to develop the pipeline of new business coming into the company.
• This requires a thorough knowledge of the market, the solutions/services the company can provide, and of the company’s competitors.

Responsibilities

• Contacting potential clients to establish rapport and arrange meetings.
• Planning and overseeing new marketing initiatives.
• Researching organizations and individuals to find new opportunities.
• Increasing the value of current customers while attracting new ones.
• Finding and developing new markets and improving sales.
• Attending conferences, meetings, and industry events.
• Developing quotes and proposals for clients.
• Developing goals for the development team and business growth and ensuring they are met.
• Training personnel and helping team members develop their skills.

Requirements

• Masters’ degree in Business, Marketing or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years Experience in sales, marketing or related field.
• Strong communication skills and IT fluency.
• Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to flourish with minimal guidance, be proactive, and handle uncertainty.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Comfortable using a computer for various tasks.