Hybrid: Strategic Logistics Growth & Partnerships Lead

Placements24; O Mente; Hybrid; EUR 49,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and travel allowances

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Business Development Manager to drive growth in the Queenstown area, with hybrid work and travel across the region. You will identify new opportunities, build client and partner relationships, and present tailored logistics solutions to secure contracts.

Ideal candidates bring strong BD, negotiations, and market analysis skills, plus experience in logistics. This hybrid role requires travel and collaboration with sales and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in BD or sales within logistics or supply chain.
• Proven success in identifying new markets and securing new business.
• Strong understanding of logistics operations and SCM principles.
• Willingness to travel within the Eastern Cape region and nationally.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in logistics and supply chain.
• Build and maintain relationships with potential clients, partners and stakeholders.
• Develop and present tailored proposals and solutions.
• Negotiate and close contracts for new business with profitable outcomes.
• Conduct market research on trends, competition and growth areas.
• Collaborate with operations and sales to ensure seamless delivery for new clients.
• Represent the client at industry events and networking functions.
• Develop and manage the business development pipeline with forecasts.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and market dynamics in logistics.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Partnerships

Negotiation

CRM software

Market analysis

Presentation

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Marketing, or related field

Tools

CRM software

Business analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Business Development Manager to drive growth in the Queenstown area, with hybrid work and travel across the region. You will identify new opportunities, build client and partner relationships, and present tailored logistics solutions to secure contracts.

Ideal candidates bring strong BD, negotiations, and market analysis skills, plus experience in logistics. This hybrid role requires travel and collaboration with sales and operations teams.