Business Development Executive - Sustainability

Company Description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

• Generate new sales leads through market research, cold calling, networking, and referrals.

• Assist in promoting sustainability and ESG services, including training, certifications, assessments, and consultancy solutions.

• Prepare quotations, proposals, presentations, and tender documents with support from technical teams.

• Follow up on sales enquiries and coordinate customer meetings.

• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients to ensure customer satisfaction and retention.

• Support sales campaigns, exhibitions, seminars, webinars, and industry events.

• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, opportunities, and sales activities in CRM systems.

• Monitor customer requirements and coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely service delivery.

• Prepare regular sales reports and updates for management review.

• Achieve individual sales targets and KPIs established by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Business, Sustainability, or related field.

• 2 years of sales experience, preferably in sustainability, ESG, or consultancy services.

Additional Information

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong customer engagement and relationship-building abilities.

• Basic negotiation and presentation skills.

• Ability to identify business opportunities and convert leads into sales.

• Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and CRM systems.