The Business Development Officer provides management advisory and assistance to Business Units (>P500M Revenue), and assists in the implementation of the business development plans of SGS Holdings, Inc.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Management Advisory and Assistance:

1. Actively support Business Unit Companies in formulating plans, policies and guidelines including their Annual Business Plan and Budget.
2. Provide business and technical advisory to the Business Unit President and Business Unit Division/Department Managers, ensuring the attainment of Unit Company goals and objectives as embodied in the Annual Business Plan and Budget.  These include:
   • Achievement of sales, gross profit, Net Income After Tax (NIAT) budgets; Accounts Receivables within credit limit & terms, merchandise inventory within the prescribed limit.
   • Performing appropriate assessment, analysis, enforcement and preparation of Unit projects, as requested by Management.
   • Keeping watch on changing trends of the market, to enhance and develop the products, services and processes of the Business Unit.
   • Performing research and recommending changes in strategies and tactics to improve business operations.

3. To assist the Business Unit in complying with Hexagon Group of Companies policies and guidelines.  These include:

• Interacting with the Business Unit’s Leadership Teams in the form of emails, chats, calls, and meetings or conferences.
• Monitoring operational activities and effectiveness of results, and prepares reports as appropriate (e.g. Monthly Sales Monitoring, Action Plan Monitoring, etc.).

4. To work with the Director - Business Development in developing and continuously improving the Strategic Plan and Annual Plan process of Hexagon Group of Companies.

Business Development Plans:

1. Conducting market research and analysis to identify new business opportunities and trends.
2. Creating financial forecasts and feasibility plans to determine the potential of new business opportunities.
3. Preparing the reports and presentations for the information and approval of Management and the Board of Directors.
4. Planning the operations and strategy of new business development opportunities.
5. Collaborating with other departments, such as human resources, finance, external corporate services, etc. to ensure alignment and consistency in planning and execution.
6. Evaluating and monitoring key performance metrics to ensure the business development plan (e.g. new company) is on track to meet its objectives.

Other Duties:

1. Management of Emails/Inquiries sent to the Hexagon Group of Companies email.
2. Other duties and tasks that may be assigned from time to time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

• Graduate of a Bachelor's/College degree of any business course
• At least 5 to 7 years experience in business development and corporate planning.
• Knowledge and experience in any of the following industries are a plus: Agriculture, Logistics, Tourism, Education and Real Estate
• Knowledgeable on financial management and wider management principles and techniques.
• Presentation skills with an appreciation of the demands of conflicting interests and of meeting statutory requirements.
• Knowledgeable in conducting Market Research; Feasibility Plan/Studies
• Amenable to do field work

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