Business Development Officer at Protege Professionals

Report to: Business Development Manager

Responsibilities

• Make presentations on solutions and services that meet or predict clients' future needs
• Identify potential clients and the decision-makers within the client organization.
• Research and build relationships with new clients
• Participate in pricing the solution/service
• Present new products and services and enhance existing relationships.
• Work with technical staff and other internal colleagues to meet customer needs.
• Arrange and participate in internal and external client debriefs.
• Identify opportunities for campaigns, services, and distribution channels that will lead to an increase in sales.
• Using knowledge of the market and competitors, identify and develop the company's unique selling propositions and differentiators
• Attend industry functions, such as association events and conferences, and provide feedback and information on market and creative trends
• Forecast sales targets and ensure they are met by the team.
• Track and record activity on accounts and help to close deals to meet these targets

Qualifications

• Minimum of an ND / HND preferably in the Social Sciences or related field
• 0-2 years experience
• Ability to drive business growth and development
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to identify customer needs and challenges.