Business Development Officer at Aldelia Limited

Job Objective

• Responsible for sales revenue growth, customer acquisition and customer relationship management for the company by aiding sales activities.

Job Responsibilities
Main tasks will include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in developing business and marketing plans in coordination with BD Manager to achieve revenue goals.
• Participate in industry forums, client discussions, and conferences as a representative of the organization
• Identify new opportunities and engage team members to establish strategies for pursuing those new opportunities
• Interface with customers via phone and e-mail to identify areas of opportunity and provide customers with marketing collateral to further develop their interest.
• Maintain all relevant contact information and record all correspondence for appropriate actions in CRM tools (Salesforce, Action Plans)
• Assist to prepare presentation slides and conduct sales presentations to client (internal and external)
• Determine cross-selling opportunities of company's products and solutions to internal, existing and potential customers
• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships in order to generate high volume of prospective clients
• Assist internal sales team in following up with quotations when required
• Respond to client queries regarding company's products and services in a timely fashion
• Assist in reviewing business proposals for new and existing customers
• Participate in tender review documentation process, bid management and review of contracts from clients
• Assist Business Development Manager in preparation of budget for the department and management meetings
• Ensure all documentation (permits, company registration documents, project documents) are always updated.

Qualifications

• Possess a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Science or Engineering or any related field from an accredited University.
• Possession of additional professional qualifications will be an advantage
• 4 years post NYSC experience in business development/sales role.
• Previous experience or knowledge in Food and Beverage industries.

Key Competencies Requirements:

• Good understanding of business and product development cycle, leading practices, techniques and methodologies
• Market/competitive analysis and research techniques
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Top-notch analytical skills
• Must have an eye for detail
• The ability to travel to meet clients, attend conferences and research new markets as needed.