Business Development Manager at Synapse Services

Synapse Services is a “Center for Psychological Medicine”, based within the Abuja metropolis, that specializes in the provision of psychological and counseling services, inpatient facilities/treatment and rehabilitation services.

A Newly established Company located in the heart of Abuja is presently in need of a Business Development Manager (brands) to manage its franchise businesses being introduced to Nigeria.

Job Title: Business Development Manager

Location: Abuja

Job Objectives

• The primary role of the Business Development Manager is to prospect for new customers through strategic marketing plans. S/he is responsible for managing and growing existing business relationships. S/he must plan persuasive approaches that will convince customers to purchase the product/ increase sales

Duties:

• Oversee all functions of Sales, marketing & brand management for the company products;
• Prospect for potential new customers/business deals; discover, develop, negotiate and close all business deals.
• Concentrate proactively on finding and expanding current business into new local, regional, national or international markets.
• Develop Strategic marketing strategies; demonstrate a proven ability to plan, develop and execute business development strategies.
• Develop and execute a business development plan to achieve set performance targets and objectives that will support market penetration, market development & product/service development.
• Examines risks and potentials; anticipate the impact of social, political and financial dynamics on business opportunities estimating customers' needs and goals
• Forecast sales targets and ensure they are met by the sales team
• Identify opportunities for campaigns, products and distribution channels that will lead to an increase in sales
• Work as a trainer and deliver training programs
• Write relevant proposal and undertake submission

Requirements
The candidate should:
1.) Have strong Brand Management knowledge and experience;
2.) Excellent Business Development and Relationship Management skills
3.) Proven Business Development Manager who is used working under pressure and meeting challenging targets.
4.) Experienced user of Microsoft office in particular Word, Excel and PowerPoint
5.) Strong Negotiation and Presentation skills
6.) Experience creating, costing and implementing sales / marketing / advertising plans
7.) Ability to work to targets / goals / deadlines
8.) Should be outgoing, friendly and exceptional at building rapport

Qualification

• A first degree is essential, preferable in a marketing related course. Masters is an added advantage
• Minimum of 5 years relevant working experience in Marketing or Brand management

Remuneration

• Salary: 100, 000 - N150, 000 depending on experience.

Application Closing Date
20th August, 2014.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified applicants should send their CV with a covering letter to: [email protected] Please write 'Business Development Manager' in subject area

Note: Early applications are encouraged and would be treated with preference.