Government Business Development Manager / Technical Salesperson

Recruitment Matters; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Government Business Development Manager with a strong technical sales background. The role involves identifying new business opportunities, managing relationships with government entities, and driving product specification through tenders. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in technical sales and a solid understanding of public sector procurement processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in business development or technical sales.
• Experience in getting manufactured products specified at different levels of government.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within government departments.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers.
• Drive product specification through tenders and direct engagement with government entities.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Strategic Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

Matric certificate

Relevant tertiary qualification in sales, business development, or engineering

Job description

Our client is seeking a Government Business Development Manager / Technical Salesperson with experience in getting manufactured products specified at the different levels of government. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical sales background and a proven ability to navigate complex public sector procurement processes.

Responsibilities :

Identify and develop new business opportunities within local, provincial, and national government departments.

Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers, consultants, and procurement officials.

Present technical product solutions and provide expert advice to support specification and sales processes.

Drive product specification through tenders, RFPs, and direct engagement with government entities.

Collaborate with internal teams including engineering, production, and logistics to meet client needs.

Track and manage the sales pipeline and prepare regular forecasts and reports.

Stay up to date with government regulations, tender platforms, and industry trends.

Skills :

Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Strong understanding of public sector procurement and tender processes.

Technical aptitude with the ability to understand and explain product specifications.

Proven ability to close deals and meet sales targets.

Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Qualifications :

Matric certificate with a relevant tertiary qualification in sales, business development, or engineering preferred.

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in business development or technical sales, preferably in the manufacturing sector.

Experience in getting manufactured products specified at different levels of government is essential.

Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle.

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