Key Responsibilities

Identify new and follow up business opportunities by developing profitable business growth across the University
Develop marketing strategies for the various established business projects
Ensure and contribute to development of business plans and work with department heads to execute business development initiatives targeting business generating projects
Develop customer care strategies and distribution strategies to acquire, expand and retain profitable relationships.
Understand the needs of customers and be able to respond effectively with a plan of how to meet these needs.
Conduct surveys and analyze data on the buying habits and preferences of wholesale and retail consumers
Contact potential clients to establish a business relationship and meet with them.
Research the latest in the business industry and create new opportunities to expand business.
Carry out periodic monitoring and evaluations within the department and collaborate with relevant heads of departments to ensure requirements are met, such as sales numbers and profit goals.
Develop, manage and execute operational processes for competitive business models to meet customer needs, which include value propositions, service model, pricing models, solution packages and credit terms

Qualification & Competencies Required

Bachelor’s Degree in Entrepreneurship, Business Management or a related field.
3- 5 years of proven sales track record and experience in business or a related area.
High level strategic planning and organizational skills, including forward planning and forecasting.
Tenacity and drive to seek new income generating business and meet or exceed targets while ensuring customer satisfaction.