New Business Developer / Marketing

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Remuneration: negotiable cost-to-company Benefits: Provident Fund Location: Cape Town, Blackheath Education level: Diploma Job level: Mid/Senior Own transport required: Yes Travel requirement: Often Type: Permanent Reference: #NBD Company: Zibo Containers

Job Description

• Assist with identifying and pursuing new business opportunities in alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Build and develop strong relationships with existing and potential customers.
• Address customer inquiries and concerns promptly to ensure high satisfaction levels.
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to develop strategies for business expansion.
• Liaise with the team regarding sample deliveries and customer visits.
• Oversee the sample room, ensuring it is well-organised, up-to-date, and stocked with active items.
• Coordinate sample deliveries and manage inventory to support customer needs and marketing initiatives.
• Regularly visit clients to gather feedback, update CRM records, and provide market insights.
• Monitor and report on market trends to identify opportunities for new product promotions or adjustments.
• Gather and analyse data on competitors, customer preferences, and industry trends to inform marketing strategies.
• Market new and existing products to current and potential clients.
• Conduct sessions for client representatives on product features, benefits, and usage.
• Manage the lifecycle of new product development, from initial concept through testing and launch.
• Conduct market research to gather insights on competitors, customer preferences, and industry developments.
• Work closely with the sales team to align marketing strategies with sales goals.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners to support marketing initiatives.
• Address customer concerns promptly.
• Prepare and participate in client meetings, including organizing logistics and materials.
• Plan and participate in industry events, trade shows, and exhibitions to showcase products and network with potential clients.
• Hold bi-monthly meetings with the sales and NDB manager to discuss sample deliveries, customer visits, market trends, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the marketing and sales teams and contribute to the overall success of the company.
  
  

Requirements

• Relevant degree or post-matric diploma/qualification
• Proven experience in marketing or a related field.
• Experience within the food and/or packaging industry is an advantage
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to analyse market trends and data.
• Proficiency in marketing software and CRM systems.
• Syspro and power bi experience will be to your advantage
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Excellent relationship building skills
• Bilingual
• Valid unendorsed driver’s license and own reliable vehicle.
  
  

Company Description

Zibo Containers (Pty) Ltd, a leading manufacturer of plastic packaging, is looking to appoint an experienced, self-motivated, and results-driven New Business Developer to join our team, based in Cape Town.

Posted on 23 Jun 10:32, Closing date 22 Aug