Business Development Associate

Location: Kampala, Uganda
Employment Type: Full-time
Experience: Minimum 3 years in a Business Development role
Education Qualification: BSc or B.Tech & MBA in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field
Cost to Company: 15 Lacs Net in Hand
Leave Policy: 1-month leave per year, every two years, sponsored air ticket from India to Uganda

Market Research and Analysis:

• Conduct market research to identify potential clients, industries, and trends.
• Analyze competitive landscapes and industry developments to identify new business opportunities.

Lead Generation and Follow-up:

• Generate leads through various channels such as cold calling, networking, and online platforms.
• Qualify and prioritize leads based on the company's target criteria.

Sales Support:

• Collaborate with the sales team to create and deliver compelling sales presentations.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals, contracts, and other sales-related documents.
• Maintain records of business development activities and pipelines.

Strategic Planning:

• Contribute to the development and execution of the company's business development strategy.
• Provide input on product/service enhancements based on market feedback.

Communication and Reporting:

• Communicate regularly with internal teams to share feedback.
• Prepare regular reports on business development activities and progress towards targets.
• Represent the company at industry events to promote offerings and establish new connections.

Technical:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Analytical mindset with a keen eye for identifying business opportunities.
• Familiarity with CRM software and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Functional:

• Relationship Building: Confident and extrovert with strong follow-up skills.
• Strategic Thinking and Results-Driven.
• Adaptability and effective communication skills.