Jobs at Alfred and Victoria Associates

Description

• We are seeking a highly motivated and organized professional who wants to be part of a rapidly growing, internationally renowned contemporary art gallery in our Company.
• Qualified candidates should be highly motivated and organized with proven sales experience in a contemporary gallery setting.
• This is a full-time position, from Monday through Sunday off day is during the week, and it requires flexibility for additional hours based on the needs of the gallery (i.e. domestic and overseas travel to art fairs, openings, etc., meetings with clients / artists, special events).

Responsibilities

• Working closely with the gallery directors in the conducting of art sales, planning of sales strategies, and assessing of artwork valuations
• Create and maintain relationships with artists, collectors, consultants, curators, and other art world contacts
• Develop and retain and in-depth knowledge of the gallery artists’ practices and biographies
• Articulate and communicate artists’ ideas and intentions effectively to clients
• Inform clients of upcoming exhibitions and fair presentations, providing supporting materials as needed
• Meet and exceed quarterly sales goals
• Secure payment from clients in a timely fashion
• Communicate consistently and proactively with the sales team to review offers, sales, and sales opportunities
• Attend gallery openings, art fairs, dinners, and other events on behalf of the gallery; assist in art fair installation or de-installation as needed
• Research, monitor, and secure secondary market sales opportunities
• Assisting in the coordination of gallery exhibitions and art fair presentations
• Traveling for art fairs and exhibition openings

Requirements

• Minimum Qualification is OND / SSCE
• At least two (2) years of professional sales experience in a contemporary art
• High degree of knowledge about contemporary art, institutions, and the art market
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic
• Ability to work independently and efficiently within tight deadlines
• Proficiency with Mac computers, Adobe, Photoshop and related programs

Salary
N50,000 Monthly.

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Responsibilities

• Provide technical support service via phone, email, and other channels as required to clients.
• Follow standard procedures for proper escalation of unresolved issues to the appropriate internal teams.
• Provide prompt and accurate feedback to customers.
• Ensure proper follow up and closure of all pending tickets.
• Interact with customers to provide and process information in response to complaints and inquiries.
• Escalate cases to another unit and follow up on the case.
• Ensuring incidents are documented in a professional manner using the available Customer Relationship.

Personal Responsibilities:

• Report to the Head of Department.
• Respond to client complains in a proper and professional manner.
• Should maintain a high level of personal responsibility.
• Abide and apply the rules and regulations of the department and the company as a whole.
• Responsible for achieving any assignment given by the Manager.
• Keeping up to date with departmental and company notification via Emails, notice board and other mediums.

Academic / Education Qualifications

• Preferred B.Sc / HND in Computer Science.

Certifications:

• CCNA is preferred.
• MCP is preferred.

Experience:

• 2 - 5 years work experience.
• A previous experience in support or IT department.

Technical Skill:

• Investigate and troubleshoot customer problems by analyzing bandwidth graphs, packet loss.
• Basic routing & switching knowledge.
• Basic RF knowledge.
• Ability to resolve problems remotely.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Interpersonal relationship.
• Maintain a good communication and interaction with customers and colleagues.
• Self-learner.
• Communications skills, both verbal and written.

Language Qualifications:

• Good verbal and writing skills in English are mandatory.

Salary
Very Attractive.

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Job Purpose

• The Business Development Manager responsibilities include developing long-term relationships with a portfolio of the company’s clients, , Supply Chain Executives, Value Analysis Committees, Safety/Risk Management, Environmental Services and Hospital Administration.
• Business Development Managers liaise between customers and cross-functional internal teams to ensure the timely and successful delivery of our solutions according to customer needs.
• This position is responsible for managing and developing client accounts to achieve revenue targets and working with Clinical Resource Managers to ensure operational and educational implementation of the Company.

Responsibilities

• Create and communicate a vision for the future of the business.
• Establish a culture and work environment that promotes and inspires an active, continuous improvement philosophy in regard to products and services.
• Direct & solely responsible for the development of action plans and budgets that drive and support all and any efforts that meet the visionary goal.
• Ensure that all company employees, suppliers, and customers, new or prospective, are continually aware of the commitment to excellence of quality and service and of the specific role each is expected to play in meeting the stated goals.
• Develop internal business practices that sustain freedom of expression for individuals in an atmosphere of open, risk-free communication.
• Define measurable goals that develop and enhance processes, systems and practices and provide the means and resources needed to accomplish the goals.
• Promote and publish the company and its activities by means of building and sustaining relationships with customers, suppliers, and organizations important to the company and its potential for profitable growth.
• Monitor marketplace trends and changes so that the company may remain able to response to any challenge that may be presented.
• Set targets for annual growth and prepare sales activity plans accordingly geared towards a profitable & sustained growth.
• Maintain the competitive position of the business and balance it with equitable distribution of resources.
• Analyze the different market sectors and trends within the pharmaceuticals and medical supply business segment, determine their impact on the business, design and execute the most appropriate market approach strategy.
• Maximize on market opportunities, creative value proposition, and adapt innovative market entry.
• Secure all essential relationships with Alliances and strategic partners for the long term growth.
• Manage the business for profitable growth and implement recognized business planning methodologies, annual budgets and performance reporting based on key performance indicators to ensure a profitable ROI.
• Establish quality assurance and customer satisfaction standards/benchmarks and achieve compliance thereof.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Discipline with MBA.
• Seasoned management professional with strong business development skills, corporate strategy and marketing insight.
• Must have 2 - 3 years of prior experience in marketing, business development, and human resources.

Competencies and Skills Required:

• Hands-on performer, with an attitude to attain the industry leadership needed to prepare the business for growth and profitability.
• Excellent communication skills, with the capability of articulating the company’s ongoing strategic product/market vision into sound operating business plans and processes, and the charisma necessary to effectively focus and motivate employees.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills necessary at the business, industry, and customer levels.
• Commitment to accuracy, attention to detail and follow-through with a focus on producing the highest quality product possible.
• Familiarity with Excel, Power Point, Word and an ability and interest in learning on the job - Maturity, excellent interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiasm for company’s mission and business model, and respect for the organization's core values: Customer First, Affordable, Reliable, Transparent, Quality.

Salary
Very Attractive.