**DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS**

Our client in the Hospitality/Medical PPE supplies industry is looking for a competitive Business Development Consultant to be the Face of their Johannesburg branch. The successful candidate shall develop sales strategies and win back lost grounds (Medical & Disposable PPE). The Business Development consultant will source new sales opportunities with existing customers and close deals. The successful candidate will play a key role in increasing the purchasing basket by managing and negotiating with clients, qualifying prospects and managing sales of products and services. As a Business Development Consultant, the candidate presents, promotes and sells products/services using solid reasoning to existing and prospective customers.

Strict requirements:
• Grade 12
• South African ID
• Valid Drivers license
• Clear criminal record
• Must live within a 20km radius from Meadowdale (NOT NEGOTIABLE)
• Perform cost-benefit and needs analysis of existing/potential customers to meet their needs
• Establish, develop and maintain positive business and customer relationships
• Reach out to customer leads through cold calling
• Expedite the resolution of customer problems and complaints to maximise customer satisfaction.
• Achieve agreed upon sales targets and outcomes within schedule
• Coordinate sales effort with team members and other departments
• Assess market potential, track sales and status reports
• Supply management with reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and the potential for new products and services, and continuously improve through feedback.
• Research accounts and generate or follow through sales
• Maintain and expand client database within your Area
• Maintain records of all customer accounts.
• Represent the brand during all customer and prospect interactions.
• Educate customers on how products or services can benefit them financially and professionally.

Only candidates who meet the requirements will be considered.