Business Development Officer

Employer background:

MedMira conducts R&D and manufacturing of medical rapid diagnostic devices. For the past 4 years, MedMira’s proprietary developments in immunidot blotting, micro encapsulated metallic sol immuno-conjugates and in novel multifunctional buffer systems, have simplified the routine immunodiagnostic testing.

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.

Compensation: $45-47.00 hourly for 35 or more hours per week

Employment status: Full-time, temporary