Business Development Executive - Export

at  Sentinel Ventures Group

JOB PROFILE

Sentinel Ventures is a dynamic holding company that manages a diverse portfolio of seven operating companies across multiple industries and geographies. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth, Sentinel Ventures plays a pivotal role in overseeing and guiding its subsidiaries toward achieving their business objectives while fostering synergies across the group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities in export markets to drive growth and profitability.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with potential partners and clients to foster collaboration and strategic alliances.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement effective growth strategies.
• Analyze market trends and competitor activities to pinpoint areas for expansion and competitive advantage.
• Support cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and synergy across business initiatives and objectives.
• Prepare and present business proposals, reports, and forecasts to stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of business development initiatives, making strategic adjustments as necessary.
• Stay informed about industry developments and regulatory changes that may impact export markets and business operations.
• Identify and qualify new business opportunities through various channels, including cold calling, networking, and online research.
• Schedule and conduct meetings with potential clients to assess their needs and present suitable products or services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to ensure repeat business and high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets as established by the sales manager or company objectives.
• Manage key accounts and high-value transactions to ensure exceptional service and support.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Any Bachelor’s degree.
• 3+ years of proven experience in the same field.
• Experience in handling export sales – food division.
• Solid communication in English and negotiation skills.
  (International sales experience in Africa, USA and Europe preferred)

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities in export markets to drive growth and profitability.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with potential partners and clients to foster collaboration and strategic alliances.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement effective growth strategies.
• Analyze market trends and competitor activities to pinpoint areas for expansion and competitive advantage.
• Support cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and synergy across business initiatives and objectives.
• Prepare and present business proposals, reports, and forecasts to stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of business development initiatives, making strategic adjustments as necessary.
• Stay informed about industry developments and regulatory changes that may impact export markets and business operations.
• Identify and qualify new business opportunities through various channels, including cold calling, networking, and online research.
• Schedule and conduct meetings with potential clients to assess their needs and present suitable products or services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to ensure repeat business and high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets as established by the sales manager or company objectives.
• Manage key accounts and high-value transactions to ensure exceptional service and support