Business Development Specialist

A vacancy exists within an Electrical Cabling Company for a Business Development Specialist, reporting to the General Manager.Key Performance Areas for the position will include but not limited to the following:The role responsibility is to drive business growth through marketing, client relationship management and pipeline management in the Electrical Infrastructure EPC space. Focus on building and sustaining client relationships. Responsible for new market development by establishing and securing of new opportunities.Responsible for business growth through strategic market planning in the Electrical infrastructure industry, which includes Electrical Power Transmission and Distribution systems and solar photovoltaic power stations (including energy storage) projectsDrive marketing strategy to achieve the company's strategic goals.Organize and formulate business and project development plans.Establish good relationships with partners in the industry, collect and screen project opportunities, and manage risks.Conduct research on the power engineering industry trends and opportunities, and providing input for formulating the company's strategic goals.Responsible for public relations management with relevant entities in the government and public sectorIdentify partnering opportunities in the industry to further the objectives of the company and manage partnership agreements.Develop and maintain strong working relationships with external vendors. The minimum requirements for this position are:Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Sales or similar.Marketing, Sales or Business Development qualification would be advantageous.Three years' experience in Engineering EPC environmentA minimum of 1 year experience in marketing/sales in Electrical Engineering Infrastructure EPC projects environment.Knowledge and experience in industry-related laws and regulationsFunctional knowledge of investment and financing.Proven ability to identify potential clients & build a significant sales pipeline, including cold calling where required.Strong communication skills both written and verbalHonesty, integrity and personal accountabilityStrong customer service orientationExcellent analytical, organising and decision-making skills