Job description
SIP is the construction project management partner of choice for international and local clients building and expanding within China. We are actively recruiting for our six-month business development internship program.
The Business Development Team is the core sales team within SIP; it is our responsibility to identify construction opportunities within the foreign business community. We’re looking for confident, intuitive and highly motivated people to join our dynamic team in Beijing.
Responsibilities
▪ Make calls to international companies operating in China and identify plans for development in China
▪ Attend various networking events hosted by Chambers of Commerce, industry-specific organizations or government/investment zones to identify opportunities and build relationships with potential Clients
▪ Book, attend and prepare materials for meetings with high-level decision makers at companies with plans in China
▪ Maintain and update database information based on calls made, and correct/replace invalid data
▪ Support your manager in maintaining ongoing relationships with prospective Clients. This may include attending subsequent meetings
▪ Utilize your individual skills and abilities (languages, IT, networking, etc.prospective) to hProspectiveClients
Skills & experience
Requirements
▪ Your current location, date of availability
▪ Current visa status for China (candidates without a visa are only applicable for a work permit if they graduated in or before 2013 and had at least two years work experience)
▪ At least six months commitment to SIP and China
▪ Native level German, and French Candidates considered for our different markets. Fluent Mandarin skills are an asset but not a strict requirement
▪ Goal / Target Driven
▪ Excellent communication skills (including on the phone, at meetings and giving presentations)
▪ Ability to learn quickly
▪ Outgoing personality
▪ Self-motivated, independent and able to take initiative
▪ Past Sales Experience a plus