Business Development Manager 116 views

DeClout Pte Ltd is looking for a Business Development Manager

About Company:

Headquartered in Singapore, vCargo Cloud (VCC) is the leading Info COMM Technology (ICT) solutions and service provider in Asia, specialize in offering technological solutions to governments and enterprises worldwide, in the domain of trade and logistics. We provide e-trade and e-freight solutions through VCC CamelONE platform, connecting key stakeholders in the trade and logistics industry globally, including government agencies, traders, freight forwarders, carriers, and financial institutions.

Backed by a team of experienced and dedicated IT and logistics professionals, VCC revolutionizes the e-logistics marketplace through designing and providing an IT infrastructure consisting of a cloud messaging platform that enables the exchange of digitalised data for cargo and financial information, allowing stakeholders in trade, logistics and supply chain to communicate and collaborate virtually on the platform, simplifying cross-border trade.

On an international level, VCC’s strategic partners include Asian Development Bank, International Air Transport Association, International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations, Kenya Trade Network Agency, Mauritius Network Services. Additionally, we also work closely with Singapore government agencies including CAAS, Enterprise Singapore, IMDA, SCE, Singapore Customs, as well as chambers and industrial associations.

To find out more about VCC’s product and service offerings, visit www.vcargocloud.com

Summary of Position:

The incumbent will be responsible for initiating new business efforts and address constraints or political considerations to current or potential opportunities that have impact on business.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support to increase the levels of business development and execution in Africa
• Provide technical expertise in local investment, government requirements, trade facilitation to assess their impact and advocate to the relevant government bodies for implementation or enactment.
• Lead adaptive approaches to policy initiatives, analysing results and adjust activities where necessary when meeting unanticipated delays or roadblocks.
• Represent Company in meetings with officials from host country governments and partners as needed.
• Lead activities to work with government and non-governmental organizations to develop collaborative plans to achieve business goals

Requirements:

• Degree in Economics or related discipline
• Significant prior experience leading or supporting project start up in sub-Saharan Africa strongly preferred
• Demonstrated impact in reforming business environments and leading investment opportunities
• Relevant experience of 7-10 years
• Significant experience collaborating with and supporting government agencies in Africa i.e. Customs, Ministry of Finance, Economy, Commerce, Trade, or Investment Bureaus
• Willingness to travel up to 50% – 70% within Africa as well as overseas

Interested candidates please apply with CV.