Business Development Officer

The development opportunities put forth by MedMira is generating intensive worldwide interest. MedMira plans to expand its comprehensive R&D profile and is geared up to respond to the tremendous new opportunities emerging especially in China

Job requirements Languages: English; knowledge of Mandarin will be a distinct advantage as we develop business opportunities in China

Education: University degree in business or marketing.

Experience: 2 years or more in business development activities

Security and Safety: Criminal record check

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Work under pressure; Repetitive tasks; Attention to detail; Tight deadlines; to stand the pressure of a growing company, willing to travel approx. 50% of the time

Job Duties

• Meet clients and market company products;
• Represent the company and act on behalf of the company in negotiations and strategic planning with clients and in dealing with regulatory authorities in China
• Develop policies and administer programs to promote commercial business investment
• Plan development projects and coordinate activities with representatives of enterprises, community and business associations and government agencies
• Assess business opportunities and develop strategies to attract venture capital
• Respond to inquiries from members of the business community and general public concerning development opportunities
• Review and evaluate commercial development proposals and provide advice on procedures and requirements for government approval
• Conduct comparative research on marketing strategies for the company's products
• Plan and develop E-commerce strategies - On both national and international E- Commerce platforms
• Design market research questionnaire
• Conduct social or economic surveys on selected areas in China to assess development potential and future trends
• Review and evaluate commercial or industrial development proposals and provide advice on procedures and requirements for government approval in China
• Conduct surveys and analyze data on the buying habits and preferences of wholesale or retail customers
• Conduct research on consumers, competitors and the market place in China to identify trends to optimize marketing strategies for industrial and commercial products
• Analyze promotional and marketing campaigns to identify areas of improvements
• Prepare reports on business development activities conducted in China

 Skills Requirements and Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Dependability; Organized. Diligent. Attention to details; Reliability and a good sense of responsibility as well as self-confidence and quick decision-making capabilities. Ability to work independently is an advantage.