Business Development Officer

The office holder will be responsible for spearheading business development initiatives. His/ her roles will involve looking for prospective businesses as well as maintaining the existing ones. Under the direction of the General Manager, will contribute to the Team’s efforts in meeting the goals and objectives of the Department. He/ she will work closely with other relevant departments to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of the overall business operations.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Establishing and maintaining relationships with clients and partners
• Researching and analyzing market trends to identify new business.
• Generating leads and turning them into sales opportunities.
• Collaborate with sales teams to develop proposals that align with customer needs.
• Pitching of products to customers
• Negotiating contracts with clients.
• Developing and participating in marketing campaigns to promote the company’s product or services.
• Participate in industry events to promote the company and build relationships with potential clients.
• Prepare and present Business development reports to senior management on a regular basis.
•  Collaborate with other departments to ensure a seamless customer experience journey.
• Conduct analysis on market trends and competitor activities to identify business opportunities.

Required Skills & Experiences

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or relevant field
• Proven work experience as a Business development executive
• Experience in shipping industry will be an added advantage
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Ability to sale
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of business operations and procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask
• Availability to prioritize and Attention to detail