Business Development Manager/Executive

 To be proactive with locating and developing new business in line with the revenue and sales through the appropriate media  To ensure all opportunities are taken to promote products to our customers and to increase the client base To manage special projects under the direction of the Area Heads To host any promotion events or external site as required by the Area Heads Establish new business over and above the base business through direct corporate and agency business. Be aware of the key trends in the market and take appropriate action Have extensive knowledge of competitors and what business is booking into the area Organize corporate sales promotional initiatives Encourage full usage of all facilities to maximize sales Establish key relationships with corporate clients and agencies to ensure maximum exposure and increase revenue To ensure personal presentation is of the highest standards at all times to project a professional image to clients Ensure that all communications with customers are handled within the required time frame Be present to meet and greet customers as appropriate Entertain prospective clients where appropriate Liaise with the rest of the team on a day to day basis to obtain all new sales leads Follow the corporate strategies set by the Revenue Manager Be aware of company policies, which affect the sales department Ensure that the Finance department is given accurate information for billing if required Have full product knowledge of the facilities offered Be pro-active in putting forward suggested actions to achieve the departments targets Ensure that statistical data is produced and analysed Demonstrate a can do attitude at all times To provide support and coaching to new team members within Sales Team Assist in other departments during emergencies or as deemed necessary by the Area Head Carry out other duties/tasks outside normal routines but within the overall scope of the job