Our client is looking for a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manager (French Speaking) to grow and develop their business in the Indian Ocean Islands.

Responsibilities:

• Achieve profit budgets set annually in collaboration with the Managing Director.
• Identify and pursue new opportunities in the market to expand business reach.
• Negotiate and close sales deals using effective negotiation and sales skills.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with the regulations of various markets.
• Operate within the company’s logistical and financial controls.
• Travel to the Indian Ocean Islands approximately every six weeks for a period of 10 days to meet clients and develop business opportunities.

Key Skills:

• Fluent in French with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and deal-closing abilities.
• Good mathematical understanding and ability to analyze numbers and figures.
• Knowledge of INCO terms for both buying and selling.
• Creative and inventive problem-solving approach.
• Proficient in handling a diverse group of customers with maturity and professionalism.
• Ability to think strategically while managing detailed operations effectively.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in business development or a related role with a successful track record of closing deals.
• Knowledge of exports and logistics processes.
• Familiarity with FMCG products and the associated market dynamics.

Contact information

Tamlyn Redmond