Business Development Officer at Arkounting Business Concepts Limited

Arkounting Business Concepts Limited is a technology-based professional services firm. We provide technology solutions, outsourced financial management, management consulting and training services to start-ups, micro, small and medium scale enterprises.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Officer

Location: Surulere, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• To build business position by locating, developing, defining, negotiating and closing business opportunities within assigned territory for a Medical Diagnostics Company located in Surulere.

Responsibilities

• Source and convert corporate institutions (HMOs, Hospitals etc) to clients.
• Conduct market research and identify opportunities / potential clients.
• Identify and define market opportunities aimed at positioning the Company to gain competitive advantage.
• Monitor developments and trends in the business environment, especially target sectors, analyzing impact on Company activities and develop appropriate response strategies.
• Screen and close potential business deals by analyzing market strategies, coordinating deal requirements, potential, and financials, evaluating options; resolving internal priorities.
• Establish regular liaison with clients and core business operations teams in driving improvements and opportunities for increasing revenue.
• Develop superior relationships with key stakeholders in the identified organizations and ensure that any concerns are highlighted in a timely manner.
• Develop and implement innovative strategies for client retention.
• Establish a knowledge storehouse of clients, referrals, REPs, presentations, and prospects.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of a First Degree in Marketing, Economics or any related discipline.
• 2 - 3 years relevant experience in a related role. Experience in the Healthcare industry is an advantage.
• Experience with business to business and business to consumer sales techniques.
• Ability to initiate and generate new leads.
• Strong communication skills.
• Quick decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding negotiating skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
• Ability to work in a high-intensity, fast-paced environment.
• Weekend work is required.

Application Closing Date
26th November, 2021.