Business Development Representative
Overview
The Business Development Representative is responsible for prospecting, qualifying and generating new sales leads to support our sales team. This individual will be a highly motivated, self-starter able to identify and develop new business prospects from multiple sources including outbound calls, inbound marketing leads, prospect lists, discovery, individual research and setting up targeted email campaigns. A dynamic personality with a drive to reach decision makers is essential.
Roles, Responsibilities & Expectations:
• Develop new business via telephone and mass communication such as email and social media to introduce the solutions within the target market.
• Work with our sales team to develop targeted telesales and email campaigns within their territories.
• Manage data for new and prospective clients in our CRM platform, ensuring all communications are logged, information is accurate, and documents are attached.
• Prepare and analyse sales pipeline reports and dashboards.
• Work with our marketing team to improve traffic and lead generation from our website.
• Gain knowledge related to the products and services we offer
Preferred Experience
• Grade 12 / Matric Non Negotiable
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing / business, Communications, or related field
• 0-3 year’s telemarketing and/or inside sales experience or Business Development exposure
• Demonstrated ability to meet and/or exceed determined activity quotas.
• A proven track record of strong client relationships.
• Excellent client service skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Technical Experience
• Proficient in MS Office products (Excel, Word, MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint)
