Role overview

Qualifications

Fluent English with strong communication and persuasion skills.
Minimum of 3 years of sales experience.
Strong presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly.
Must be located in Johannesburg.

Responsibilities

Proactively seek out new sales opportunities through a variety of channels, including cold calling, networking, and social media.
Conduct in-depth market research to identify potential clients and assess their needs.
Cultivate positive relationships with clients, listening attentively to their requirements and providing tailored solutions.
Negotiate and finalize deals, ensuring customer satisfaction and addressing any concerns or objections along the way.

Key facts

Remote from: Africa
Full time
Mid-level (2-5 years)
BDR - Business Development Representative
English

Hard skills

Presentation Training Business Development Cross-Functional Collaboration Overcoming Objections Cold Calling Competitive Analysis Social Advertising Consultative Selling Market Analysis Account Management Customer Relationship Management Customer Success Management Meeting Facilitation Sales Reporting Lead Generation Microsoft Networking

Other skills

Negotiation
Sales
Communication
Active Listening
Assertiveness
Teamwork
Social Skills

About the company

Future Group Translation Services

Translation & Localization

Language could be a barrier, we make it a facility Future Group Translation Services was founded in 1994 and in a few years the company became one of the largest global translation and localization companies. Currently, Future Group Translation Services employs over 1200 native, linguistically-competent translators with a global network of specialized resources. - Our global reach is growing.. Twelve "in-country" production and project management offices have made us easily accessible to many of our global clients. - Our technical infrastructure is growing.. Our relentless obsession with process improvement has enabled our clients to have implicit trust in the value of our services. - Our expertise is developing. Hundreds of diverse localization projects in more than 50 languages have given us valuable experience. Future Group Translation Services company provides translation and localization services for: - American and Western Europe languages (English, French, German, Spanish, …) - Asian\Pacific languages (Japanese, Thai, Malay, Vietnamese, Chinese, …) - Central Asian languages (Russian, Ukrainian, Uzbek, Armenian, ...) - Middle Eastern languages (Arabic, Farsi, Urdu, Dari, ...) - African Languages (Africans, Somali, Swahili, Zulu, …) - Eastern European languages (Turkish, Albanian, Bulgarian, Polish, …)

Company details

Company typeLarge

IndustryTranslation & Localization

Company size1001 - 5000

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Job description

Boost Your Career as a Business Development Executive with Our Growing Team!

Are you ready to take your career to new heights with a global leader in translation and localization services? Look no further than Future Group! Since 1994, we've been at the forefront of the localization market, with a worldwide presence spanning North & Latin America, Asia, Europe, and MEA. Now, we're on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our dynamic team as Business Development Executives.

Why Future Group?

At Future Group, we don't just set trends we define them. As a leading player in the industry, we offer unparalleled opportunities for growth, innovation, and success. When you join our team, you become part of a global family committed to excellence and driven by a shared vision of shaping the future of communication.

What You'll Do:

As a Business Development Executive, you'll be the driving force behind our sales efforts, responsible for identifying new prospects, nurturing relationships, and closing deals. From conducting market research to delivering captivating presentations, you'll play a pivotal role in expanding our client base and driving revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Proactively seek out new sales opportunities through a variety of channels, including cold calling, networking, and social media.
Conduct in-depth market research to identify potential clients and assess their needs.
Cultivate positive relationships with clients, listening attentively to their requirements and providing tailored solutions.
Arrange and conduct client meetings, showcasing the value proposition of Future Group's services through compelling presentations.
Negotiate and finalize deals, ensuring customer satisfaction and addressing any concerns or objections along the way.
Stay abreast of industry trends and competitor activities, identifying opportunities for service improvement and innovation.
Collaborate closely with internal teams to gather feedback, share insights, and drive continuous improvement.
Maintain regular reporting and review processes to track sales performance and progress towards targets.

What You Bring to the Table:

Excellent to Fluent English skills, with a flair for communication and persuasion.
Minimum of 3 years of sales experience
Previous experience in the localization industry is a definite plus, but not a requirement.
Outspoken personality with a natural ability to engage and connect with others.
Strong presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas in a clear and compelling manner.
Must be located in Johannesburg.

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Communication!

If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey of growth and opportunity, we want to hear from you! At Future Group, your potential knows no bounds apply now and let's write the next chapter of success together.