Business Development Consultant – Oakhurst Insurance

This position will ideally suit an individual who has thorough knowledge of the Insurance broker and partner sales environment and / or knowledge of or experience in the Motor Industry in a sales or F&I position. Previous work experience with brokers will be advantageous.
We are looking for an individual who is driven by client relationships and enjoys working for a company where you can create growth opportunities not only for clients and business partners, but for yourself and your team.
Job Description:

• To create and solicit new business opportunities with key brokers and partners and maintain a healthy and professional relationship with both existing and new partners.
• Provide service to key relationships and support to the sales team.
• Plan, organize and implement brand awareness/ loyalty campaigns and communications.
• Compile comprehensive and detailed reports

Duties:

• Representing Oakhurst professionally at all times
• Servicing your area of responsibility as stipulated by management on a monthly basis and by doing so seeing as many of our existing brokers and new brokers as possible on a daily basis during working hours (as per agreed targets and focus areas set by management)
• To maintain a good relationship with existing brokers and partners and to build new relationships with brokers and partners
• To keep your database up to date on a monthly basis and be available on request
• Clear and concise reporting to be conducted to track & record outcomes of visits and business initiatives
• Proactively monitor competitions movements, strategies and initiatives to report back findings and work on possible countermeasures

Requirements:

• Matric certificate
• Task orientated, results focus and accountability
• Minimum of one years’ experience as a sales representative
• Valid driver’s license and own transport
• Self-starter that has the ability to execute action points quickly
• To maintain high professional standards at all times
• Presentation skills
• Structured and organized, ability to work independently
• A strong sales or call centre background will be advantageous
• Computer literacy, good knowledge of MS Office software package

Posted on 01 Sep 16:42