Job Description
About the Role
Our client in the Trade and Industry is seeking a highly motivated Business Development Manager to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business development, market analysis, and sales, with a proven ability to drive growth and build relationships with clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, as well as supporting the Regional Director in organizing marketing trips, missions, and other events.
Key Responsibilities
• Assisting Singapore companies in entering the markets under the Johannesburg Overseas Centre’s coverage
• Gathering market intelligence and monitoring news and developments
• Identifying business opportunities and building up a strong pipeline of opportunities for Singapore companies
• Developing sector-specific strategies
• Supporting the Regional Director in the organization of marketing trips, missions, and other events
• Promoting Singapore as a vibrant trading hub
Requirements
• Min. bachelor’s degree from a reputable university
• 2-4 years of working experience in business development, market analysis, marketing, or related fields
• Evident interest in international trade and investment promotion, business development, sales, and marketing
• Proven ability to conduct accurate research and compile concise clear reports and presentations
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Effectively bilingual in English and Hebrew
• Ability to speak Portuguese is a bonus but not essential
• Able to travel within Southern Africa
Qualifications
• Min. bachelor’s degree from a reputable university (required)
Salary & Benefits
Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.
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