Job for Business Development Manager

Our client is a world-class supplier of cutting-edge office chairs! They are looking for a Business Development Manager in Illovo, Johannesburg. OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB Builds market position by locating, developing, defining, negotiating, and closing business deals through the development of strong business relationships. Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop Broker and Client relationships
• Create and deliver client presentations
• Obtain New Business
• Achieve monthly sales
• Enhance knowledge through research

Knowledge, Skills & Previous Experience Required

• Degree or Diploma in Business Management or Marketing and Sales or similar
• 5+ years of experience in sales and marketing
• Account Executive background
• Excellent at creating, building and maintaining client relationships
• Strong and established network
• Value appreciation and articulation
• Strong presentation skills
• Competitively sales driven | Motivation for sales
• Prospecting Skills traditional & creative/lateral approaches
• Sales Planning
• Selling to Customer Needs
• Market Knowledge
• High energy level
• Professionalism
• Closing skills

REPORTING STRUCTURE

• Direct reports: None
• Liaises with: Clients and colleagues

KEY COMPETENCIES Well-groomed | well spoken | Corporate style Excellent verbal and written communication skills Professional personal presentation Customer service orientation Information management Attention to detail Initiative and drive for success Self-actualization Reliability Stress tolerance Lateral thinker Market related salary with good commission structure!