Business Development Assistant

We are looking for an experienced Bussines Development assistint   

MAIN TASKS AND DUTIES

The role
Identify, qualify and contact sales leads using market intelligence databases and provide information on products and services to generate leads.

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   Identify and contact prospective customers  
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   Arrange appointments with prospects where appropriate.
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   Identify and develop a range of selling techniques.
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   Establish and maintain relationships with customers.
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   Maintain company CRM databases.
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   Assist in the preparation of proposals.
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   Assist in the company’s tendering activity, including identifying tender opportunities and preparing / reviewing submissions.
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   Track the success of sales leads and following up unsuccessful proposals to determine future improvements.
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   Assist in the development and implementation of the company marketing plan.
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   Undertake a range of marketing and promotional activities.
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   Attend meetings where required.
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   Undertake other projects as required.

APPLICANTS SHOULD SATISFY THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:

Essential Experience

o At least 6 months experience in sales / marketing / business development role
OR Degree in a business related discipline.
o Highly proficient in Microsoft Office packages – mainly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Required skills & knowledge:

o Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.o The ideal candidate will be someone who enjoys dealing with people, creating and maintaining relationships.
o Have the persistence to see a job through to conclusion and desire to get past ‘gate keepers.’
o Strong organisational skills.
o Be able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.
o Have good time management and planning skills.
o The ability to meet multiple project deadlines.
o Excellent attention to detail.
o Have the ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
o Have a good Telephone Manner.
o E-marketing experience, with a good working knowledge of social media marketing tools.

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