Business Development Head

Job Description : Head of Business Development (Automotive Division) Location : Guinea, Conakry, West Africa Reports to : Managing Director Roles and Responsibilities · Work with industry strategy leads and service team leaders to shape new automotive solutions and associated business models, partnerships, and strategic efforts aligned to support the automotive industry strategy. · Monitor and evaluate industry trends and customer drivers. · Identify business opportunities and perform market research to create business leads and identify potential projects. · Develop and implement overarching sales strategies, system, process and discipline within the company · Generate new customer and partner relationships to ensure new business and opportunities are identified. · Generate new leads, identify and contact decision-makers, screen potential business opportunities, select the deals in line with strategies, and lead and facilitate supply chain activities. · Inspire people to do the best work of their careers, being a multiplier, amplifying the knowledge and capability of the people around you while continuing to provide an inclusive workplace as one of Best Places to Work. · Act as an advisor on complex issues and engagements, exercising discretion and latitude in reaching critical goals. · Develop Reporting structure and lead cross-functional teams and mentors others · Manage to a minimum billable utilization target Desired Candidate Profile · Experience working in automobile sector (Trucks, Heavy Vehicle, 2 wheelers), knowledge of mining equipment with heavy truck and 2W that have scaled partnerships and industry solutions globally. · Demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively while applying sound business judgment and quantitative analytics. · Thought leader with a solid understanding of automotive industry transformation and the role of technology. · Excellent oral and written communication skills. · Strong interpersonal skills and ability gain respect of senior management and external executives. · Ability to build and maintain a network of relationships which facilitate deal flow. · Self-starter who can excel in a fast-paced and fluid environment. · French language will be an added benefit · Preferred experience in Francophone country Perks and Benefits Experience:10 years Benefits & Compensation:USD 6000 - 9000 per month Accommodation provided to Self and Family Ticket Allowance to Self and Family

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