Sales Research Assistant at Bluekey Seidor

Job description

Overview:

Bluekey Seidor Kenya are looking for a motivated professional with a passion for research for the position of Sales Research Assistant to join our growing team in Kenya.

As the Sales Research Assistant you will be responsible for researching various sectors and provide lead lists to assist the Telesales team to generate new qualified business opportunities.

Requirements:

• University Level Degree in a Business / Sales or Marketing / IT-related fields
• 1-2 years similar work experience; working in a high-pressure environment
• Experience in software sales will be an advantage
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel / Word / PowerPoint, search engine use and general database use
• ERP exposure preferable
• Qualitative research experience (either in academic or corporate setting) an advantage
• Using Social Media (e.g. LinkedIn) to research and generate leads

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with a wide range of Sales, Marketing and Service personnel to meet project needs, prepare and support campaigns, and find new prospects
• Understanding and interest in various associations of our key industries in Kenya (e.g. Kenya Manufacturers Association – KAM)
• Study company websites and other online presences to identify key information about targeted companies
• Study various physical data repositories e.g. yellow pages
• Proactive approach in identifying various contacts in the company
• Accurately enter data into the sales database and maintain integrity of the database
• Review, correct, and update company details, contact information, and other materials in the sales database
• Identify, troubleshoot, and correct e-mail addresses and other contact details for marketing campaigns and other events
• Interpret and prepare reports from the sales database
• User internet and business research database resources to compile research reports that go into depth and detail on client and prospect companies
• Prepare research for company events and assist with post-event activities and survey data management
• Research special issues and potential opportunities
• From time to time the Research Analyst may be sent out to the market to source for accurate contacts and new companies from a targeted base

Key Attributes:

• Curious
• Adaptable
• Self-starter / Self-driven
• Goal-orientated
• Team Player
• Problem solver
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent internet research skills

Should you not receive a response within four weeks of the closing date of this advert, please consider your application unsuccessful.