Position for Intern: Business Development Officer (Intern)
Job Purpose
We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven independent sales representative to effectively drive company growth through increased sales of our productd and services to prospective customers. The independent sales representative’s responsibilities include building clientele, managing customer relationships, identifying networking opportunities, and finding new customers using various approaches and guerilla marketing tactics including cold calling, emailing, and social media advertising. He/she should also be able to implement effective sales strategies to continually meet or exceed sales quotas.
Sales Development officer Key Responsibilities
➢ Identifying potential customers through networking and following leads.
➢ Arranging meetings with potential and existing customers to present company products.
➢ Persuading customers to purchase company products by highlighting product benefits and key features.
➢ Building and maintaining solid working relationships with both new and existing customers.
Business Development Officer skills and required competencies:
➢ Sales skills: ability to effectively sell products and services, and negotiate deals.
➢ Communication skills: strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients, partners, management, and internal teams.
➢ Networking: ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, stakeholders, and industry contacts.
➢ Strategic thinking: develop and implement strategic plans to drive business growth.
➢ Market research skills: proficiency in conducting market research and analysis to identify opportunities and trends.
➢ Project and time management skills: capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
➢ Adaptability: flexibility to adjust to changing market conditions, client needs, and organizational priorities.
Required Qualifications and Experience
➢ Three-year college diploma or higher in any or combination of sales, marketing, management, and entrepreneurship. A degree could offer the competitive advantage.
➢ Exposure in the sales and marketing environment through practical engagement. Experience in the auto industry in the areas of fitting, panel beating, spares retail, and motor mechanic could be an added advantage.
➢ Five year total work experience with at least two years in the auto or closely related industry not more than five years ago.
If you are interested, send comprehensive CV to [email protected]
Disclaimer: If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, kindly consider your application unsuccessful