Business Development Officer

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through research, networking, and outreach activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients to foster long-term partnerships.
• Assist in the development and implementation of strategic sales plans to achieve business growth targets.
• Conduct market research to understand industry trends, competitor activities, and potential areas for expansion.
• Prepare and present effective business proposals and presentations to potential clients.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements to close business deals successfully.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing and product development, to enhance service offerings.
• Track and analyze sales performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of business development strategies.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities, client interactions, and revenue in the CRM system.
• Provide regular reports to management on business development progress and opportunities.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.
• Proven experience in business development, sales, or a similar role.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in CRM software and MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in [Industry-Specific Experience, e.g., IT, Healthcare, Real Estate].
• Knowledge of digital marketing and social media strategies.
• Multilingual abilities are a plus.
• Familiarity with market research tools and techniques.