Business Development Specialist

SUMMARY:
A dynamic opportunity for a results-driven Business Development Specialist in the market research industry to spearhead revenue growth, expand company footprint across Africa and strengthen key client relationships.

POSITION INFO:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive Sales & Profitability: Meet and exceed quarterly and annual revenue targets while ensuring project profitability.
• Client Portfolio Management: Develop actionable roadmaps for new and existing clients using SWOT analysis to guide growth strategies.
• Brand Building: Act as a brand ambassador, enhancing visibility and positioning the company “top of mind” for clients.
• Key Account Management: Build deep, strategic relationships with stakeholders to uncover growth, retention, and cross-selling opportunities.
• Solution Design & Proposals: Collaborate with internal teams to deliver value-driven solutions and winning proposals.
• Proposals & Administration: Manage end-to-end proposal development, ensuring accuracy, profitability, and legal compliance.
• Client & Project Coordination: Oversee smooth project handovers and act as the key liaison between clients and internal teams.
• Client Delivery: Review and co-present final reports, ensuring alignment with client objectives and identifying growth opportunities.
• Team Leadership: Lead and develop team members while promoting a high-performance and values-driven culture.
• Financial Oversight: Collaborate on budgeting, control departmental costs, and drive financial efficiency.

• Relevant post graduate qualification
• Solid experience in a similar role (e.g., Business Development, Researcher, KAM, Sales, Management Consulting)
• Proven track record in business development, consultative sales, or key account management.
• Strong relationship-building skills with C-suite and senior stakeholders.
• Experience in identifying and capitalizing on new market opportunities.
• Excellent negotiation, presentation, and proposal-writing abilities.
• Strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset.