We are a leading provider
of integrated business and technology solutions across Africa, in the Financial,
Telecom, Real Estate, Service Industries and Government.
We work in partnership
with global technology industry leaders and collaborative synergies with domain
& technology centric eco-system partners.
Due to our rapid
expansion, we are seeking results oriented, highly motivated and enthusiastic
individuals to fill the following vacant positions;
Business Development Manager
SST/KE/BDM/2012
Reporting to the Sales
Director, the incumbents will develop business objectives and determine the
sales operational vision in line with our strategy.
Key responsibilities
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Implement sales strategies, objectives, targets and plans;
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Secure borderless cooperation regarding customer relations,
solutions, products and services;
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Prepare, review and present proposals for customer contracts;
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Ensure appropriate net margins through cost management, customer
projects and support contracts;
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Locate or propose potential business deals by contacting
potential partners; discovering and exploring opportunities;
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Screen potential business deals by analyzing market strategies,
deal requirements, potential, and financials; evaluating options and resolving
internal priorities;
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Develop negotiating strategies and positions by studying
integration of new venture with company strategies and operations; examining
risks and potentials; estimating partners’ needs and goals;
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Close new business deals by coordinating requirements;
developing and negotiating contracts; integrating contract requirements with
business operations;
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Protect SST’s value by keeping information confidential; and
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Enhance SST’s reputation by accepting ownership for
accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add
value.
Skills & Competencies
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A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, IT, Marketing, Sales or
related field;
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A Master’s degree will be an added advantage;
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Extensive experience in an IT sales role ;
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At least 8 (eight) years experience, with 3 (three) at a senior
management position in a relevant field.
For the above position,
you require to have proven experience at liaising, negotiating, influencing,
presenting and working with key external stakeholders.
You shall possess,
strategic planning, and budgeting skills with excellent verbal and written
communication.
You must demonstrate
ability to work in a highly driven environment, be results oriented and an innovative
thinker.
If you believe you are
the right candidate for the position and can clearly demonstrate ability to
meet the above criteria, submit your application with a detailed CV, quoting
the reference to talent@sevenseastech.com on or before 30th May 2012.
