Senior Executive - Business Development

**HAYLEYS ADVANTIS LIMITED

** Hayleys Advantis Group, the transportation, logistics and aviation arm of Hayleys PLC with over 60 years of industry presence, is a pioneer in providing end-to-end logistics solutions, representing some of the World’s foremost shipping lines, freight forwarders and the largest air express transportation company. The Group also represents some of the world’s leading passenger and cargo airlines and specializes in travel agency services. Today Advantis controls a truly international network offering and is fast becoming the undisputed leader in the areas of integrated logistics, freight management, marine services, terminals & engineering operations, airport services, aviation supply services, outbound travel services and other travel related services.

**SENIOR EXECUTIVE – BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

** **Job Accountabilities

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* Conduct market research to identify industry trends, competitor strategies, and potential areas of growth.
* Support in generating new leads, identifying and contacting decision-makers, screen potential business opportunities, select the opportunities in line with the strategies.
* Assist in developing Corporate Plans for the Cluster to achieve growth objectives.
* Assist in preparation of all necessary feasibility studies and board papers for new investments and projects.
* Support in the development of proposals and presentations for new business projects for the growth of the Cluster.
* Assist in the coordination and implementation of marketing strategies, and delegate tasks that achieve strategic goals.
* Maintain and share professional knowledge through education, networking, events, and presentations. Perform additional duties commensurate with the current role, as and when requested by management.



**CANDIDATE PROFILE

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* Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management approved by UGC or equivalent professional qualification such as CIMA/CFA.
* Minimum of 3 - 4 years relevant experience in a similar role.
* Proficiency with data analysis, forecasting, and budgeting & proven ability to develop feasibility studies and project proposals.
* Strong communication, coordination & presentation skills with fluency in Sinhala & English.
* Proficiency in MS Office.