Business Development Consultant - Generalist

Position: Business Development Consultant - GeneralistCompany: Fempower Personnel (Pty) LtdArea: Hyde ParkContract Type: Permanent Inherent Requirements:Matric qualification5 to 8 years of Sales and New Business Development experience in a Permanent recruitment environmentKnowledge and proven experience in various sectors such as Finance, FMCG, Mining, IT, Engineering, Supply Chain and Logistics, Government, etc.Experience in account management and new business developmentProficiency in cold callingCommunication skills (written and verbal)Deadline-driven with the ability to work under extreme pressureComputer literate (MS Office)Valid driver's license and own vehicle (essential) Preferred Requirements:Proficiency in a third language (advantageous) Duties and Responsibilities:Conducting telesales to secure appointments/presentations with clientsNetworking to build a solid client databaseObtaining and maintaining long-term key clients by understanding their requirements and cross-selling service/product offeringsAchieving sales targets and closing dealsIdentifying market leads and conducting in-depth research to identify market trendsMeeting daily activity targetsAssisting with the growth and visibility of recruitment through brand and service marketing to increase market shareEstablishing company objectives, goals, processes, and plans in alignment with strategic directionsDrafting recruitment proposals and completing presentations for clientsPreparing sales reports on pending and closed dealsManaging and maintaining relationships with customers, vendors, suppliers, and clientsMeeting with clients/line managers to brief on positionsConducting site visits with clients to better understand requirements and operations Character Traits:Deadline-drivenAbility to work at a fast paceSelf-motivated with a proactive approach Working Hours:Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:30Overtime as and when required