Business Development Associate Job Vacancy at Nuru in Isibania, Kuria West District, Kenya 2015

Job Title: Business Development Associate

Employer: Nuru Kenya Social Enterprises (NKSE)

Location: Isibania, Kuria West District, Kenya

Category: Full Time, contract

About the Position: Are you a driven and motivated individual looking to take your career to the next level?

Nuru is offering a dynamic and skilled individual an opportunity to achieve professional success by joining our team as a Business Development Associate.

This role will prospect new business in the national retail and wholesale markets. This position will also work with existing account buyers to grow sales and target new trends and opportunities.

If you meet our background requirements and are looking to grow your career with a great company that rewards success, this position is the ideal opportunity for you!

The person shall directly report to the NKSE Business Consultant

Essential Job Functions:

Meet or exceed monthly sales quota through identification and closing of incremental sales and revenue opportunities.
Grow and renew customer contracts to protect and grow existing revenue streams.
Maintain customer satisfaction and serve as the primary escalation point for any customer issues that arise.
Manage the cultivation, execution and delivery of sales and services to local and Regional accounts in the small enterprise and mid-market segment.
Collaborate with Finance and Operations leadership to develop specific account management plans to meet assigned accounts needs and an overall strategy to optimize sales and retention opportunities.
Management of existing revenue, sales opportunities, quota, funnels and forecasts consistent with Region, Division, and Corporate sales service, and operational goals and objectives.
Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary.
Reports directly to the NKSE Business Consultant.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

You have a Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent in Business, Communications, or Marketing
You have 2+ years of sales experience, specifically in targeting a new client base
You have superb communication skills and ability to interact with all levels or organizations.
You have a track record of exceeding quotas.
You have exceptional skills in sales presentation.
You reside in the targeted geography of Western Kenya and have strong local business relationships.
You have good working experience with key local resellers and experience establishing and fostering strong Channel Partner relationships.
You have skills in using salesforce.com and the MS Office suite products.

Working Conditions: Work will be performed mainly in the office, and sometimes in the field. Some work is also expected from the computer at home during evenings and weekends during busier seasons.

Remuneration: Commensurate with demonstrated skills and experience.

Nuru Kenya Social Enterprises is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we give equal opportunity to all qualified candidates.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should submit their testimonials including resume/CVs and cover letter supported by at least two known references.

Please complete your application in English, include your phone number, and email it to BDA@nuru.co.ke by the 27th of February, 2015 at 5pm.

Please outline how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.