Business Development Specialist - Johannesburg, South Africa - Brenntag

Description

Our team in Johannesburg currently has an opening for a Business Development Specialist - Animal Nutrition

Brenntag SA is looking for an experienced Business DevelopmentSpecialist, Animal Nutrition. The Bus Dev Specialist is responsible fordeveloping and maintaining customer relationships within the Animal Nutritionindustry. This position drives sales growth by creating selling strategies togrow market share in each relevant product and service offering, develops andleverages relationships with clients, and provides excellent customer serviceand technical expertise as required. The territory is South Africa

YOUR ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

Managekey suppliers, increasing exclusive supplier business.
Develop and maintainlong term relationships with key decision makers with principles and customers.
Providetechnical support for sales team and customers.
Assistin the development of supplier products within SA and neighboring countries.
Improveorganisation's market position.
Maintainextensive knowledge of current market conditions and competitors i.e., Researchthe competition and the markets, and customers to stay abreast of competitors,developments in competitive products, and changes in the market. Shareinformation with sales team as necessary
Identifynew business opportunities.
Participatein setting pricing solutions.
Attendindustry events.
Identifyopportunities for campaigns, fairs, services and distribution channels that willincrease sales.
Adhere to CompanyStandard Operating Procedures & Policies

YOUR PROFILE

Matric
Tertiary qualification i.e.,BSC Food Sciences/Technology/Chemistry/Bcom Marketing/Commerce/or relevantfield
5-8 years Business Development/TechnicalSales experience in the food/animal nutrition manufacturing/ingredientsdistribution industry.
Experience with CRM and MSOffice
SAP knowledgeadvantageous
Valid driver's licenseand own vehicle

OUR OFFER

Market Related