Business Development Executive

Company Description

Elyonedge Marketing & Sales, based in Nairobi, Kenya, is a dynamic Marketing and Business Development company dedicated to helping businesses grow in today’s competitive landscape. By focusing on innovation, strategy, and client-centric approaches, Elyonedge empowers organisations to achieve their goals and exceed expectations. The firm’s comprehensive services include digital marketing, brand development, business development, market research, and strategic planning. Elyonedge is committed to providing tailored solutions and personalised guidance to clients, whether they are startups, small businesses, or established companies aiming to refine their marketing strategy. With a team of passionate experts, Elyonedge strives to deliver outstanding results through customized and innovative strategies.

 Role Overview

We are hiring a Business Development Executive to drive client acquisition and revenue growth—mainly within the schools and hospitality (hotels/lodges) market. You will manage the full sales cycle: prospecting, pitching, proposal follow-up, closing, and relationship management, while ensuring clean pipeline tracking through CRM.

 Key Responsibilities

* Identify and pursue new business opportunities (schools and hotels).

* Build and manage a strong sales pipeline through structured prospecting and lead generation.

* Conduct discovery calls, client meetings, presentations, and negotiations.

* Prepare and follow up on proposals/quotations and close deals within timelines.

* Maintain accurate records in CRM (leads, stages, notes, follow-ups, conversions).

* Support lead nurturing through WhatsApp/email/calls and scheduled follow-ups.

* Collaborate with the media/digital team to align offers with client needs and conversion goals.

Requirements

* Proven track record in sales (must demonstrate measurable wins/targets met).

* Prior experience selling to or working with schools or hotels/lodges is required.

* Strong skills in lead generation and pipeline management.

* Working experience using a CRM (e.g., Zoho, HubSpot, Salesforce, etc.).

* Digital understanding is a plus** (ads, content, funnels, social media, or marketing basics).

* Excellent communication, negotiation, and follow-up discipline.

* Self-driven, organized, and comfortable with field/client meetings.

 Application Instructions

Send your application with:

1. Updated CV (PDF preferred)

2. Salary expectation(monthly gross in KES)

3. Optional but recommended: brief proof of performance (e.g., targets achieved, portfolio of clients, or a short summary of wins)

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