BATELEUR BUSINESS ADVISORY LIMITED

Job Title: Business Development Associate
Department: Sales and Marketing
Location: Lusaka (80% Onsite, 20% Remote)

Position Type: Full-time

Objective: As a Business Development Associate, you will play a pivotal role in driving the company’s sales efforts and enhancing its market presence. Your responsibilities will span a broad spectrum, from developing strategic marketing initiatives to fostering strong client relationships. This position requires a dynamic individual with a proven track record in sales and marketing, as well as the ability to think strategically and contribute to the overall growth of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Sales Strategy and Execution:

• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through lead generation and prospecting.
• Conduct market research to stay abreast of industry trends and competitor activities.

Client Relationship Management:

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, ensuring satisfaction and identifying upsell opportunities.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing their inquiries and concerns in a timely and professional manner.

Marketing Campaigns:

• Collaborate with the Marketing team to plan and execute integrated marketing campaigns that align with business objectives.
• Monitor the performance of marketing initiatives and provide insights for continuous improvement.

Content Development

• Contribute to the creation of compelling and effective marketing collateral, including product brochures, presentations, promotion videos and website content.
• Ensure consistency in brand messaging across all channels.

Sales Presentations

• Prepare and deliver engaging sales presentations to potential clients.
• Customize presentations based on client needs and industry trends.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Customer Service, and Finance, to ensure alignment on sales and marketing strategies.
• Provide input into product development based on market feedback.

Qualifications

• Full Grade 12 Certificate with 5 ‘O’ levels with credit or better in English and Mathematics
• Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience in sales and marketing roles, with a track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with CRM software and marketing analytics tools.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Should have a working computer and mobile phone.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Professional development opportunities.