Senior Business Development Representative

Euromonitor International; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A global data analytics company is seeking a Senior Business Development Executive in Cape Town to drive sales to Enterprise Corporate organizations. The ideal candidate will manage the sales process, achieve revenue targets and work closely with clients to enhance their experience. A Bachelor’s degree is required, and strong consultative sales skills are essential. Benefits include flexible hours, competitive compensation, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Enhanced healthcare and pensions

Hybrid working

Flexible start and finish times

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Demonstrate effectiveness by consistently hitting revenue targets.
• Use consultative sales skills to develop accurate forecasts.
• Take ownership of personal development and performance.

Responsibilities

• Generate sales with new clients in your designated territory.
• Renew subscriptions and identify new opportunities with existing clients.
• Create a sales plan to reach sales targets.

Skills

Consultative sales skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Passion for education

Goal-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

Job description

About Euromonitor

Euromonitor International leads the world in data analytics and research into markets, industries, economies and consumers. We provide truly global insight and data on thousands of products and services; we are the first destination for organisations seeking growth. With our guidance, our clients can make bold, strategic decisions with confidence.

About the role

Senior Business Development Executive - Enterprise Corporate. Location: Cape Town, SA. This is a new Senior Business Development Executive role that is part of the sales team based in our Cape Town office that is responsible for selling to Enterprise Corporate organisations across the Sub-Sahara African region with a major focus on South Africa. You will be responsible for targeting new and existing Enterprise Corporate organisations across your territory.

Responsibilities

• Generate sales with new clients in your designated territory.
• Generate sales with existing clients by renewing their current subscriptions and by being a true partner to your clients, identifying new opportunities through relationship development.
• Identify key sponsors, influencers and decision makers at target institutions and ensure that you understand their roles and objectives, and that they understand the benefits and applications of using Euromonitor's data and market research solutions.
• Create a sales plan on how to reach sales targets and ensure implementation of the plan.
• Research a strong prospect list.
• Take ownership of your personal sales targets, and own forecasting and account planning on a monthly / quarterly / annual basis.
• Develop and train your new clients so they know how to use their online database to ensure renewal and create upselling opportunities.

Requirements

• Revenue: Manage the entire sales process involved with selling web-based planning tools and custom research solutions to new clients (e.g. prospecting, territory management, meeting scheduling, product demonstrations, multi-stakeholder business case development, objection handling, contract negotiation, etc.).
• Demonstrate effectiveness by consistently hitting (and exceeding) monthly, quarterly and yearly revenue targets.
• Forecasting: Use consultative sales skills and effective time management / organizational skills to develop accurate monthly forecasts.
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative market feedback to inform adjustments that ensure on, or above, target performance.
• Development: Take ownership of your performance and personal development by linking it to your goals, identifying obstacles and developing strategies to overcome them.
• Increase productivity by actively leveraging Euromonitor's training programs, supportive managers and a diverse set of smart and interesting colleagues.
• Intellectual curiosity: Gain job satisfaction and improve industry expertise by using client interactions and associated preparation and follow-up to improve your understanding of international business dynamics and the research insights that create opportunities for success.

Skills / Proficiencies required

• Bachelor's degree required, MBA is valued.
• Formal training and education in consultative sales, marketing and economics is an advantage.
• Passion for education, international affairs, business economics and strategic planning.
• Goal-oriented, creative and self-motivated, quick-learner; excellent time management and follow-up skills.

Benefits

• Our Values: We seek individuals who act within integrity. We look for candidates who are curious about the world. We feel that as a community, we're stronger together. We seek to enable people to feel empowered. We welcome candidates who bring strength and individuality.
• International: We have a multinational workforce and communicate daily across our 16 global offices.
• Hardworking and Sociable: Our staff balance hard work with enjoyment, offering flexible hours and regular social events, including after-work meetups, summer and Christmas parties, and are committed to making a difference. Our Corporate Social Responsibility Programme provides two volunteering days annually; donation amounts for new starters and supports local and international charities through various initiatives.
• Excellent Benefits: We offer competitive salaries, enhanced healthcare and pensions, generous holiday allowances, hybrid working, and flexible start and finish times.
• Opportunities to Grow: We provide extensive training and development, promoting from within and across departments, and rewarding talent.
• Equal Employment Opportunity: Euromonitor International does not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.