Business Development Engineer

SUMMARY:
A defence company in Centurion is seeking the services of a Business Development Engineer.

POSITION INFO:
As a well-established international Defense-industry company, we are looking for an exceptional Business Development Manager to further our global footprint and market share. The goal is to drive sustainable financial growth by boosting sales, developing products and solutions and forging strong relationships with clients. You will be at the forefront of the company and will be required to create and apply an effective sales strategy. To excel in this role, you should have a drive to pursue and close new business opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• An average of 85% for Matric (Non-negotiable)

• No work experience required.

• Promote the company’s products/services, addressing or predicting clients’ objectives
• Prepare sales contracts ensuring adherence to law-established rules and guidelines
• Develop goals for the development team and business growth and ensure they are met
• Keep a record of sales, revenue, invoices and travel itineraries
• Provide trustworthy feedback and after-sales support
• Develop a growth strategy focused both on financial gain and customer satisfaction
• Conduct research to identify new markets and customer needs
• Contact potential clients to establish a network and arrange meetings (foreign and domestic)
• Identify new markets and improve sales
• Plan and oversee new marketing initiatives
• Attend conferences, meetings, and industry-related events

• Go above and beyond normal office hours (depending on workload and international time zones)
• Experience in sales, marketing or other related fields (advantageous)
• Must be willing to travel internationally (have a valid passport)
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Availability: Immediate (advantageous)
• Must be well presented at all times
• Remuneration: Market-related
• Show adequate IT efficiency
• Contract period: Permanent
• Own reliable transport
• Preferred age: 23–28
• Non-EE position