Business Development Manager, Minerals | Mining Careers at SGS, Lusaka, Zambia

Company Name: SGS | Company Location: Lusaka, Zambia
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SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 89,000 employees, we operate a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories around the world.

From the earliest stages of Greenfields exploration, through to end-use manufacturing, our minerals group has the expertise to deliver sustainable solutions at all stages of a Mineral’s or Mining project lifecycle. SGS Minerals Business Line is looking for a strong Business Development manager to assist in developing the Minerals business in Southern Africa

The ideal candidate for this position will be a person with sufficient maturity to command respect from those he/she deals with, whilst possessing enough energy and passion. A successful history and background in business development and or Sales is required, supported by a proven record of accomplishment with knowledge and experience.

Primary Job Responsibilities

Reporting to the Operations Manager you will help execute a comprehensive business development strategy.

You will be expected to:

·        Analyses market opportunities for existing and new services / markets, identify potential clients, develop client relationships and drive the market position

·        Design and implement business strategy to develop the Minerals business to ensure continued revenue and profitability

·        Conduct or assist in contract negotiations

·        Designs and develops proposals to both existing (mandate expansion) and new clients (market extension)

·        Leads, coordinates and contributes to the preparation of tender’s documents and submissions

·        Conducts contract negotiations and/or supports Area / Laboratory Managers in contract negotiations 

·        Provides feedback to Business Manager and Operations on clients and market needs or demands

·        Identify potential clients & market opportunities

·        Prepares and submit periodic reports on sales activities and strategies for the different countries and projects

·        Shares best practice and ensure compliance with Compliance and Integrity Code of Practice

Qualification and Experience

·        University degree or similar 

·        Minimum 5years experience in a Minerals services/project Management environment

·        Business and profit minded

·        English fluent.

Remuneration:

Full time permanent position with competitive salary, training and development, internal promotions, travel and responsibilities and an interesting global working environment. SGS also offers a highly competitive and attractive benefits package.

Note:

Should you have not heard from our recruitment team within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.