Vacancy at Ahead Strategies
Employment Nigeria
01-Jan-1970
NIGERIA , NIGERIA ,
Job Title: Business Development Executive (Male)
Job Location: Lagos
Job Responsibilities
- The ideal candidate will be responsible for projecting the organizations image, carrying out marketing strategies to new niche markets and closing deals with clients.
- Enhances and maximise on established relationships and nurture and develop new contacts and business.
- Strives to find creative and innovative methods to maximise the organizations exposure and results in the market.
- Officer will be in charge of product / service development of all aspects of the organisation i.e. Travel services for corporate clients, visa processing, tour packages, health, educational and religious tourism, and marketing same on social media, constantly updating the website and tapping new opportunities for the benefit of the organisation.
- Arranges sales calls and take a proactive approach to the development of their sales portfolio.
- Develops credible working relationships with key interfaces – Corporate & individual in order to develop organizations awareness and image, lead the contract negotiations and develop strong partnerships.
- Negotiates within the organizations corporate policy guidelines provided by line manager, Corporate Agreements with targeted organizations within their portfolio in order to increase the loyalty and maximise revenue and market share.
- Provides market trends information and the organization's position versus the competition including pricing, competitor practises or services and distribution feedback on a regular basis.
- Ensures clear communication framework between colleagues of other departments when applicable
- Takes part in familiarisation visits to new destinations to gather information on issues and amenities of interest to consumers.
- Liaise with travel partners, including airlines and hotels, to manage bookings and schedules, often in advance.
- Deals with customer enquiries and aiming to meet their expectations.
Desired Skills, Experience & Qualification
- Be an excellent communicator
- Think creatively
- Be proactive and able to take the initiative
- Be well presented with a professional manner
- Be persuasive and diplomatic
- Have a good business awareness
- Must have at least two (2) years marketing experience; Previous experience in travel and tours would be an advantage.
- Must be a graduate (HND/B.Sc) in marketing, Business studies or related field.
Work Days/ Hours:
- Monday - Friday 8: 00 am - 5: 00 pm
- Alternate Saturdays 9: 00 am - 1: 00 pm
Salary & Application
- Salary is between N 60, 000 - N 70, 000 /m (depending on experience).
How To Apply:
Interested and qualified applicants should send their CV's to: benjamin@ahead-strategies.com using ‘Hajj Sales’ as subject
Deadline: 15th March, 2015
Sorry the application deadline for this job has elapsed
