Job Description

• Experienced Business Development professional
• Food catering industry

About Our Client
The company is a diversified support services group providing comprehensive solutions in facilities management, including catering across Southern Africa. It serves a diverse client base across multiple industries and sectors.

• Client Acquisition & Relationship Management:

• Scrutinize client databases to identify leads and assess potential clients for suitability and viability.
• Make calls, schedule meetings, and maintain telesales records.
• Develop and maintain relationships with new and repeat customers.
• Sales & Business Development:

• Prepare and present quotations or proposals in collaboration with operations management.
• Manage a measurable sales pipeline to meet targets.
• Maintain and update sales schedules, reports, and statistics.
• Tender & Proposal Management:

• Conduct feasibility studies, coordinate bid committees, and prepare tender/proposal documents.
• Ensure submissions meet requirements and are completed on time.
• Follow up on tender statuses and manage handovers for successful proposals.
• Presentations & Client Engagement:

• Develop visually appealing and accurate client presentations tailored to specific needs.
• Organize and coordinate resources for presentations and client entertainment events.
• Administration & Reporting:

• Handle correspondence, proofread documents, and maintain accurate records.
• Submit weekly and monthly reports on sales and tender activities.
• Self-Management:

• Plan activities quarterly, review progress regularly, and provide updates to management.

The Successful Applicant

• Matric

EXPERIENCE (ESSENTIAL)

• At least 5 - 8 years' sales experience in a dedicated new sales and business development function for a Corporate entity
• Have necessary relationships within the private sector and Government departments, and sectors to include - Industrial, Mining, Corporate, Educational, Healthcare, and be able to interact at multiple levels across all sectors.
• Sales and operations experience in outsourced food services, canteen and catering services within a Corporate entity is an advantage
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE*

• Analytical Skills
• Planning & Organising Skills
• Decisiveness Skills
• Self-Motivation
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills
• Negotiation Skills

What's on Offer

• Attractive Salary
• cellphone allowance
• travel allowance

Contact
Hervine Muya
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6662074
Phone number
+27113038304