Sales and Business Development Specialist: Sector Specialisation is in Hospitality Industry

We are currently seeking a Sales and Business Development Specialist on a Full Time basis .  

The candidate will be required to build and strengthen business relationships within the Hospitality industry. 

Responsibilities

• Creating development plans.
• Identifying market opportunities through meetings, networking and other channels.
• Engage and develop new distribution partners for continued expansion and growth.
• Meeting existing and potential clients and building positive relationships to promote the company.
• Maintaining connections with key owners and agencies in the relevant geographic area.
• Liaising with colleagues to develop strategies.
• Engaging with stakeholders to deliver results.
• Following the market.
• Preparing and negotiating designer and subcontractor agreements using company-approved processes and documentation.
• Preparing financial projections and company targets.
• Attending events such as industry outreach and informational conferences to gain local contacts and identify possible project work for the company.
• Preparing presentations and participating in meetings.
• Producing reports for management.
• Upholding and living the values of the organization and industry.
• To embody company values and ethics in all interactions with personal and professional contacts.

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and interpersonal skills for dealing with internal and external customers.
• Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail. 
• Must have strong computer knowledge with the use of various software programs including MS Office.
• General knowledge of business law and legal ramifications with respect to subcontracts and procurement requirements.
• Ability and desire to learn and apply new concepts, processes and approaches.
• Must have the ability to adapt to new and challenging situations.
• Ability to handle a high volume of work with changing priorities.
• Ability to review, analyse and assist in the creation and development of contractual documents and competently articulate requirements verbally and in writing.