Business Development Executive – Sathosa Motors PLC
Company: Sathosa Motors PLC
Industry: Automobile & Automotive Services
Job Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Employment Type: Not specified
Job Overview
Sathosa Motors PLC, the sole authorized distributor of Isuzu vehicles, marine engines, spare parts, and quality services, is inviting applications from dynamic and results-oriented professionals for the position of Business Development Executive – Automobile Sector.
Established in 1962, the company is seeking an individual with a passion for the automobile industry and the ability to explore new market opportunities, assess market potential, develop new business avenues, and build strong relationships with corporate and institutional customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and explore new business and market opportunities within the automobile sector.
- Conduct market assessments and analyse customer requirements, competitor activities, and emerging market trends.
- Identify potential corporate, fleet, government, institutional, and project-based customers.
- Develop new customer relationships and strengthen existing business partnerships.
- Prepare business proposals, market assessments, presentations, and commercial recommendations.
- Coordinate with Sales, Marketing, After-Sales, and other internal teams to develop suitable customer solutions.
- Maintain a strong pipeline of prospective business opportunities and follow up systematically to convert opportunities into sales.
- Support the development and implementation of new business initiatives and market expansion strategies.
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree, diploma, or professional qualification in Business Management, Marketing, Sales, or a related discipline.
- Previous experience in business development, automobile sales, corporate sales, or B2B marketing will be an advantage.
- Strong analytical ability and an interest in conducting market research and commercial assessments.
- Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Self-motivated, target-oriented, and capable of working independently.
- Energetic and enthusiastic, with a strong desire to explore new opportunities and develop new markets.
- Good command of English and Sinhala. Tamil language proficiency will be an added advantage.
- Willingness to travel extensively when required.
Required Skills
- Business development and market expansion.
- Corporate and institutional sales.
- Market research and competitor analysis.
- Customer relationship management.
- Business proposal preparation and presentation.
- Negotiation and commercial assessment.
- Sales pipeline management and target achievement.
- Cross-functional coordination.
Salary & Benefits
An attractive remuneration package, together with other company benefits, will be offered to the successful candidate.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV, stating the position applied for at the top left-hand corner of the envelope, together with the contact details of two non-related referees and a colour photograph of themselves.
Address:
Manager – Human Resources
Sathosa Motors PLC
No. 25, Vauxhall Street,
Colombo 02, Sri Lanka.
- Email: careers@sml.lk
- Telephone: 011 2432858
- Application Deadline: Within 10 days of the advertisement.
Important Notes
- Candidates should have a relevant qualification in Business Management, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.
- Experience in business development, automobile sales, corporate sales, or B2B marketing is advantageous.
- Applicants must be willing to travel extensively when required.
- Sathosa Motors PLC is an equal opportunity employer.
- Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification.
