Business Development Executive at Infostrategy Technology Limited

Infostrategy Technology Limited is an Information, Communication and Software Technology firm incorporated in Nigeria and the United Kingdom. We operate with a burning passion to transform the technological terrain of Africa by delivering value to clients through innovative and effective leverage of cutting-edge technology solutions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Executive

Job Code: IST/ABJ/011
Location: Abuja
Department: Business development
Reports to: Head of Business Development
Available Start Date: Immediately

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Head of Business Development, the Business Development Executive is responsible for developing marketing and business plans for the achievement of revenue goals for the Organization.
S/He will assist in the development and implementation of long term organizational strategic goals, selected marketing initiatives, innovative business ideas and solutions that will position the organization competitively and profitably to enlarge her current clientele base, build key customer relationships, identify business opportunities, negotiate and close business deals while maintaining extensive knowledge of current market conditions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Engage in market research in order to identify new business opportunities for the organization
Explain to potential clients about the various benefits offered by company products or services and following up so as to close the business deals
Drive business development and pitching to clients the organizations business model.
Respond to queries and complaints from clients as regards the company’s products and services.
Develop business proposals for existing and new clients.
Develop innovative strategies for retaining clients; this includes undertaking interviews in order to get feedback and incorporate it into the growth plan
Develop comprehensive knowledge about the business and its development practices, its marketing activities, prospective clients, and the trends for the industry.
Establish a knowledge storehouse of clients, referrals, REPs, presentations, and prospects
Participate in meetings, conferences and client discussions as a representative of the company
Develop database of client relationship management and utilize the result to manage clients.
Work individually or with teams to develop business proposals that is tailored to client’s needs.

Education Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Competencies

First Degree in Business Administration, Marketing or related field
At least 3-5 years proven experience in business development.
Must have experience in Research & Project Management
Must have experience in proposal writing
Excellent Writing skills
Experience in content development.
Demonstrated accomplishment and skill in business development and client retention
Excellent interpersonal and communication skill
Strategic planning and Sales Skills
Networking, Persuasion, Prospecting, Public speaking and Closing Skills.
Excellent Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
Identification of clients’ needs and challenges
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Territory and Market Management
Customer relations management
Excellent numeric and analytical skill
Background knowledge/ experience of the Information Technology industry would be an added advantage.