Business Development Specialist – Rural Bank / Commercial Banking Industries

Position Description

We need an outstanding Business Development Specialist for our pioneering financial technology product geared to the rural and commercial banking industries.

The successful candidate will:

Generate and capitalize on new sales opportunities in order to meet required revenue targets within defined areas of responsibility
Prepare individual sales action plans in line with overall sales strategy to ensure a targeted and focused approach that consistently contributes to the overall growth goals of the business.

Skills Requirements:

At least 8 years’ work experience in the banking industry
Outstanding in sales track record and consistently exceeds sales quotas.
Extensive connections in the rural and commercial banking industries.
Highly motivated with an entrepreneurial ability, strong organizational skills and great attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with customers/prospects
Candidate must possess at least Bachelor’s degree in degree in business administration, business management, accounting, finance and other related fields of study

Duties and Responsibilities:

Promote beneficial relationships with business partners, potential clients, and business contacts in order to attract new business and enhancing organization reputation
Prepare quotations, service agreements, and tenders with set deadlines
Ensure timely and professional submission of all information as requested by clients, ensure follow up
Prepare and submit timely and accurate reports of sales activities especially client visit/calls
Monitor customer satisfaction
Maintain positive relationships with current and potential clients through regular contacts

Other Skills and Qualification:

Can grasp IT concepts quickly, Closing Skills, Motivation for Sales, Prospecting Skills, Sales Planning, Selling to Customer Needs, Territory Management, Market Knowledge, Presentation Skills, Energy Level, Meeting Sales Goals, Professionalism

NOTES:

Please describe in detail the specific products/ services that you have marketed to rural / commercial banks.