Sales / Business Development Executive

About the role

A furniture company is looking for a proactive, results-driven Sales / Business Development Executive to drive sales and business growth. The successful candidate will identify new opportunities, attract customers, build strong client relationships and develop strategies to increase revenue and market presence.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities and generate leads through networking, referrals, social media, cold calling and other channels.
• Build and maintain relationships with individual customers, corporate clients, interior designers, real estate companies, hotels and other potential partners.
• Follow up on leads, enquiries, quotations and prospective customers to convert them into sales and meet agreed targets.
• Develop and secure bulk, corporate, customized and partnership opportunities.
• Conduct market research on customer needs, competitors, pricing trends and new growth opportunities.
• Provide regular sales reports and market feedback to management, working closely with Production and Operations to ensure smooth delivery of customer orders.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or HND in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in sales, business development or a related role.
• Experience in furniture, interior design, real estate, construction, retail or a related industry is an advantage.
• Proven ability to generate leads and turn prospects into customers.
• Strong negotiation, communication and presentation skills; good understanding of sales and customer relationship management.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, network and build relationships.
• Target-driven, organized and results-oriented.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• CRM and sales tools