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Thouthage | Lusaka
Innovating the future of tech solutions in Zambia.
Job Title: Senior Business Development Manager
Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic-minded professional to join our team as a Senior Business Development Manager. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in driving the growth of our business through the identification of new opportunities, strategic partnerships, and effective client relationship management. If you have a proven track record in business development and a passion for driving revenue growth, we invite you to apply for this exciting leadership position.
Responsibilities:
1. Market Analysis and Opportunity Identification:**
– Conduct thorough market research to identify potential business opportunities, market trends, and customer needs.
– Evaluate the feasibility and profitability of potential partnerships and ventures.
2. Strategic Planning:
– Develop and implement business development strategies aligned with the overall organizational goals.
– Collaborate with the executive team to define market entry and expansion strategies.
3. Client Relationship Management:
– Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and partners.
– Act as a trusted advisor to clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions.
4. New Business Acquisition:
– Lead the acquisition of new business by identifying and pursuing sales and partnership opportunities.
– Negotiate and close deals, ensuring favorable terms for the organization.
5. Cross-functional Collaboration:
– Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, product development, and operations, to ensure seamless execution of business development strategies.
– Provide input into product development based on market feedback and client needs.
6. Pipeline Management:
– Develop and manage a robust sales pipeline, tracking progress and ensuring timely follow-up on leads.
– Utilize CRM tools to maintain accurate and up-to-date records of business development activities.
7. Revenue Growth:
– Meet or exceed revenue targets through effective sales and business development strategies.
– Implement pricing and contract negotiation strategies to maximize profitability.
8. Market Positioning:
– Contribute to the development of the organization’s brand and market positioning.
– Identify and capitalize on opportunities to differentiate the company in the market.
Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
– Minimum of 10 years experience in business development, sales, or a related role, with a track record of achieving revenue targets.
– Strong understanding of industry trends, market dynamics, and customer behaviors.
– Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
– Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
– Strategic thinking with the ability to translate market insights into actionable business strategies.
– Experience in managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with internal stakeholders.
– Familiarity with CRM software and sales analytics tools.
If you are a results-driven and strategic business development professional looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply for the Senior Business Development Manager position and contribute to the continued success of our organization.
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