Food Business Development Officer

Powerpoint Lifestyles; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food and distribution services industry is seeking a passionate Business Development Officer in Durban. The role focuses on driving sales and securing deals while ensuring effective marketing strategies are implemented. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills, a valid driver's license, and extensive experience in food service sales.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of food service sales experience.
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle (or reliable transport).
• Strong knowledge and experience in food services and customer relations management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuous business development through effective sales and marketing techniques.
• Close deals and secure sales to meet targets.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Persuasion

Networking

Ability to cope with high pressure

Education

National Senior Certificate / Matric

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Business Development Officer

Are you highly driven and passionate about closing deals, securing sales, and meeting targets? A client in the food and distribution services industry seeks to appoint a Business Development Officer based in Durban.

The successful candidate will join a diverse team of administrative and technical personnel. The primary purpose of this role is to ensure continuous business development through the implementation of effective sales and marketing techniques.

Minimum Requirements

1. National Senior Certificate / Matric
2. A minimum of 5 years of food service sales experience
3. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
4. Valid driver's license and own vehicle (or reliable transport)
5. Strong knowledge and experience in food services and customer relations management

Skills and Competencies

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Negotiation and persuasion abilities
• Relating and networking skills
• Ability to cope with high pressure

Duties & Responsibilities

See description

Desired Experience & Qualifications

See description