Vacancy title:
Head of Business Development
Jobs at:
Safeguard WorkwearDeadline of this Job:
07 October 2021
Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, September 25, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Summarized requirements.
• Build out a Sales startegy with the CEO, detailing how to penetrate local and export markets in the PPE Business.
• Drive growth in business through multiple customer acquisitions supported by the development of a strong product portfolio and value proposition covering medical devices, medical apparel and outerwear work segment.
• Networking and development of a strong ecosystem of suppliers and contract manufacturers to support the product portfolio and scope of SGW’s offering.
• Converse with clients and build relationships, ensuring product development, costing and all other aspects of sales and marketing enable order fulfilment and maximum capacity utilisation and required profitability.
Responsibilities:
• Drive sales with AKU and its affiliates while building out opportunities with distributors and direct sales within Africa and additional support to build a strong global customer portfolio within the respirators, medical clothing and accessories business.
• Build relationships and network with customers/suppliers to develop a unique product portfolio and value proposition that enables sustainable business growth.
• Understand Consumer & Customer trends, relate to Technology trends and financial models well to be able to scope out a product portfolio that is enticing to the customer or to develop new revenue routes to market thereby growing business opportunities.
• Communicate and undertake periodic travel to meet customers or directly with the retailers in order to build strategic relationships and understand the market behavior.
• Monitor Pricing Strategies and ensure appropriate pricing strategies are used in line with customer expectations to secure required business at the most profitable level for both parties.
• Ensure that the marketing team is effectively managed, resourced (includes recruitment as well) and trained and appropriate targets are allocated/achieved in order to meet agreed business objectives such as optimum market penetration and customer retention.
• Achieve sales budgets, monitor progress and implement contingency plans as required to achieve the same
• Create brand equity for the business with the customers to facilitate achievement of the business mission
• Drive the team to execute the development/sample requirements on time with the right costings, meeting customer development expectations and secure the business for Safeguard.
• Coordinating with the manufacturing/ operations team for any product-related concerns.
Required:
• A dynamic individual with the ability to communicate effectively
• Degree in Marketing/Economics/ Business or relevant professional qualification
• Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience
• Experience in pharma, medical supplies, or healthcare is required.
• Experience in the US/UK/ASIAN markets, preferably 3-5 years’
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 120
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
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