Business Development Executive (Projects) Job in Nairobi Kenya


Business Development Executive-Projects

Ref: BDE-AAEA-Projects-05-2013

A multinational dealing in Architectural Hardware/Ironmongery based in Nairobi is looking to fill in the position of a competent and dynamic Business Development Executive within its Projects Division in the Marketing Department in its Nairobi office reporting to the Marketing Manager.

The role is designed to enhance sales and market development within the retail and commercial environments working with the building industry professionals and other fraternity through understanding the requirements of the market and matching these with the products/services of the company to improve develop business and satisfy market demand.

Key Responsibilities
 

These will include the following but not limited to:-
  • Liaise with the building industry professionals in relation to the company’s product(s) specifications.
  • Follow up on sales on corporate tendering and procurement.
  • Conduct Project management and post-installation surveys.
  • Developing and managing client relationships.
  • Product development & planning.
  • Represent the company in events such as seminars, conferences and trade fairs.
  • Supporting overall corporate marketing initiatives.
  • Sales coordination and management-responding and following up on sales enquiries
  • Monitor performance of projects to ensure sales targets are achieved.
  • Conduct product training, demonstrations and promotions to customers.
  • Ensure timeliness and cost effectiveness in products’ delivery.
  • Carry out market research, competitor and customer surveys.
  • Provide the necessary documentation to customers e. g bills of quantities, quotations, specification schedules etc
  • Any other related duties assigned to you from time to time
Qualifications:
  • A Diploma in business or a building & construction related field/course.
  • Minimum of 3 years experience business development or sales preferably within the Building and Construction Industry.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Personal Profile
  • Fluent in written and spoken English.
  • Strong analytical, sound planning and organizing skills.
  • Ability to think creatively and take an innovative and flexible approach to problem solving.
  • Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal and influencing skills and ability to build strong working relationships.
  • Good team player who is energetic, results-oriented and customer-focused.
  • Proactive and ability to work independently in a fast paced environment.
How to Apply: 

Applicants should send a cover letter and CV combined as one document to kenya@assaabloy-eastafrica.com (Ms. Word, pdf) explaining their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s qualifications and work experience.

Send your application to be received by May 29th 2013 quoting the job reference BDE-AAEA-Projects-05-2013 number on the subject line of the email.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.