Required Skills for a Business Development Officer

● Experience in Customer facing experience on B2B or B2C for a minimum of 5 years in business development

● Experience background in sales & marketing with previous engagement with FMCG, companies is a mandatory requirement

● Must have led a team in a previous role with ability to engage high value distributors or manufacturers

● Must have a university diploma/degree from a recognized institution

● Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work

● Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

● High communications skills

● A can-do, proactive, energetic attitude towards your work and people is a must.

● You need to be a strong team player, prepared to get your hands dirty

● A ‘make it happen’, positive, energetic attitude to your day-to-day work

● Enthusiasm to hit the highest standards

● A desire to make a difference every day.

● Ability to work with ambiguity.

● Computer literacy

● Must have excellent communication skills

● Can work under minimal supervision

● Integrity and ability to lead