BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER – Choppies Distribution Centre (Pty) Limited

Choppies Distribution Centre (Pty) Limited is looking for the following professional;

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Reporting to: Chief Operations Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

The successful candidate will work with the internal team, marketing staff, and other managers to increase sales opportunities, work with accountants and other staff to ensure all money owed to the company Is billed and received correctly and In a timely fashion, and thereby maximize revenue for the organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To implement growth-oriented strategies
• Research prospective accounts in targeted markets, pursue leads and follow through to a successful agreement.
• Understand the target markets, including industry, company, project, company contacts and which market strategies can be used to attract clients
• Collaborate with design and sales teams to ensure that requirements are met
• Maintain relationships with current clients and identify new prospects within the area you have been assigned.
• Possess a strong understanding of our products, our competition in the industry and positioning.
• Follow the latest industry developments and stay up-to-date on corporate competitors

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• A Master’s Degree in any business field is required
• A minimum of six (6) years in a similar post at a senior level
• Experience in modern marketing and sales tools
• Superior IT skills are required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must
• Good Managerial skills at senior level