Sales Development Officer at Truss Ugavi Limited

Truss Ugavi is a Supply Chain Advisory Firm that provides solutions to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises as well as Large organizations towards ensuring end-to-end business growth and profitability by developing the capacity to implement supply chain strategies or strengthen business processes, identifying and recruiting talents, promoting a culture of cost accountability, and continuous process improvement, while driving partnership and collaborations to drive sustainable business growth.

Our vision is to become a leading supply chain advisory firm, and to be the preferred choice for organizations across all industries, embodying efficiency, effectiveness and inventiveness in innovation needed for improved supply chain operations with a long-term goal of becoming a rating agency that vets business suitability to doing more business within the supply chain.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Sales Development Officer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Description

• Are you passionate about sustainability and eager to contribute to a greener future? Do you have a proven track record in sales development within the plastics industry? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Position Overview

• As a Sales Development Officer, you will be at the forefront of our mission, playing a pivotal role in driving sales and revenue growth within our plastic recycling division.
• You will have the opportunity to identify and cultivate new business opportunities, establish strong customer relationships, and promote our range of post-consumer goods made from recycled plastic materials.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough market research to identify potential customers, market trends, and emerging opportunities.
• Generate high-quality leads through targeted prospecting efforts, including cold calling, email outreach, and social networking.
• Qualify leads to ensure they align with our ideal customer profile and exhibit genuine interest in our recycled plastic products.
• Develop and implement lead nurturing strategies to keep potential customers engaged and informed.
• Manage the sales funnel meticulously, from initial contact to deal closure.
• Prioritize leads based on their readiness to buy and allocate resources accordingly.
• Effectively communicate the unique value propositions of our recycled plastic products to potential customers.
• Tailor messages to address specific pain points and needs of each prospect.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (preferred).
• Proven experience in sales development, with a strong sales track record (3+ years).
• Substantial experience in the plastic industry (2-3 years) with a solid understanding of plastic market dynamics.
• Knowledge of the plastic recycling industry or related field is advantageous.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Proficiency in using CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• A passion for sustainability and a commitment to promoting eco-friendly products.

Application Closing Date
15th September, 2023.