30/03/2021
A family owned and run export trading business, specializing in the export of FMCG's, fruit and vegetables, wines and building materials, globally is looking for a Business Development Assistant who has experience in New Business Development, Compliancy and Labelling requirements for: US, Canada, UK and Australasia. Must be an assertive person who can make things happen. Someone who assimilates information very quickly, who looks for the detail but can understand the bigger picture and who only gives 110% of themselves.
Ideally previous experience in exporting to the US, Canada, UK and Australasia markets would be a bonus.
Working alongside the Business Development Manager, the incumbent would be expected to do the following:
· Take new enquiries and translate them into formal business.
· Assist with market development.
· Create and write market reports for suppliers.
· Ensure the compliancy for new and existing markets.
· Ensure compliancy of labelling for all markets.
· Feedback and assist the BDM where required.
· Ensure correct documentation is sent through to all markets.
Minimum Experience Required:
· Proven track record of successfully negotiating and closing deals.
· Excellent knowledge of South African FMCG products
· Knowledge of exports and logistics.
· Knowledge of restrictions and regulations to the above-mentioned markets
Skills required:
· Good mathematical understanding and an ability to read numbers.
· Working knowledge of INCO-terms both on a buying and selling basis
· Creative and inventive style of thinking
· Accurate
· Assertive
· Fastidious
· An ability to always get things done.
· Multitasking
Remuneration:
Market related basic salary dependent on experience plus commission based on sales achieved to the budget set.
PLEASE NOTE:
ONLY SHORTLISTED Candidates will be contacted directly. If you do not get a response within 14days of applying, kindly accept that your application has been unsuccessful.