Business Development Executive


Posted : 2024-11-01
Closing : 2024-11-28
Position Scope

Our Partner company is looking for a Business Development Executive. They are in the business of providing exemplary cleaning services to key industry players across Uganda and Kenya. This role is pivotal in developing and executing effective marketing strategies to expand their customer base and increase market share in Uganda.

 

Job Description

1. Business Development

i. Proposal Preparation

  • Prepare comprehensive and winning proposals for various projects, ensuring timely submission to meet client deadlines.

ii. Bid Management

  • Oversee the bidding process, ensuring it is conducted efficiently and meets high standards of excellence.

iii. Proposal Reporting

  • Generate a bi-weekly report on the status of all released proposals, providing updates on their progress and outlining next steps.

iv. Team Collaboration

  • Work closely with relevant technical team members to obtain input required for the preparation of proposals.

v. Project Handover

  • Facilitate the smooth transfer of won proposals to the execution teams, ensuring they act within the agreed timelines.

vi. Follow-up and Feedback

  • Conduct timely follow-ups on all submitted proposals, documenting client feedback and lessons learned to improve future submissions. Develop strategies to increase the success rate of proposals.

vii. Lead Generation

  • Use various sales techniques, including attending industry forums and networking, to generate new business leads and secure partnerships.

2. Branding

i. Brand Strategy

  • Collaborate with the director to define the company's brand identity, target audience, culture, and competitive strategy.

ii. Brand Strategy Implementation

  • Lead the implementation of the firm's branding strategy, ensuring alignment with company goals.

iii. Branding Budget

  • Develop and propose a branding budget each quarter, detailing brand initiatives and items for discussion with the director.

iv. Document Supervision

  • Oversee the editing and presentation of all external documents (e.g., proposals, reports, presentations) to ensure they align with the company’s branding standards.

3. Social Media Marketing

i. Content Creation

  • Create engaging and relevant content for the company's social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and the website) on a weekly basis.

ii. Social Media Performance

  • Provide monthly reports on social media traffic, analyzing its impact on the company's growth.

iii. Lead Follow-up

  • Track and follow up on leads generated through social media to convert them into business opportunities.

4. Customer Service

i. Customer Service Champion

  • Lead and manage the customer service experience for the company, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.

ii. Client Communication

  • Respond promptly and professionally to all client queries via email, phone calls, or other communication channels.

iii. Call Management

  • Ensure that no office phone calls go unanswered and maintain a high standard of telephone service.

iv. Client Onboarding

  • Oversee the seamless onboarding of new clients, ensuring all processes are completed efficiently.

v. Office Visit Experience

  • Ensure that clients visiting the office receive excellent service and attention.

vi. Client Satisfaction Surveys

  • Conduct quarterly client satisfaction surveys and report findings, aiming for an 80% satisfaction rate.

vii. Client Relationship Management

  • Advise on and organize gifts for clients during special events or occasions to strengthen relationships.

5. Internal Marketing Operations

i. Marketing Report

  • Prepare and submit a consolidated marketing report at the end of each month to the director, summarizing all activities and results.

ii. Weekly Meetings

  • Organize weekly marketing progress meetings with the director to discuss updates, challenges, and future plans.

iii. Collateral Review

  • Regularly review and update marketing collateral to ensure consistency and relevance with current branding efforts.

 

 

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in business development, proposal writing, and brand management.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • Proficiency in digital marketing strategies and social media management.
  • Excellent project management and organizational abilities.

 

 

Skills

sales, marketing, customer service