Senior Automotive Growth & Partnerships Lead

Placements24

Southampton

On-site

GBP 41,000 - 68,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Medical aid
Provident fund
Travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Business Development Manager to identify and secure new business opportunities in the Randburg area. You will drive revenue growth by building partnerships with dealerships, fleet operators, manufacturers and technology partners, and lead complex deal negotiations.

The role requires deep automotive market knowledge, exceptional negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams to deliver client onboarding and

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Commerce, or related field.
  • MBA is a plus.
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in business development, sales, or strategic partnerships within automotive industry.
  • Proven ability to identify and secure new business opportunities and close high-value deals.
  • Deep knowledge of the automotive market, including dealerships, fleet management, OEM operations, and emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Identify, evaluate, and pursue new business opportunities and strategic partnerships within the automotive industry.
  • Develop and execute comprehensive business development strategies to achieve revenue and market share growth targets.
  • Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key clients, partners, and industry influencers.
  • Conduct market analysis, identify emerging trends, and assess competitive landscapes to inform initiatives.
  • Lead the negotiation and finalization of complex business agreements and contracts.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful client onboarding and service delivery.
  • Represent the company at industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events.
  • Prepare and deliver business proposals and presentations to potential clients and partners.
  • Monitor market conditions and competitor activities, providing insights to senior management.
  • Contribute to strategic planning and vision of the company.

Skills

Negotiation
Communication
Presentation
Strategic thinking
Relationship building
Independent work
Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Marketing/Commerce or related field
MBA (optional)

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Business Development Manager to identify and secure new business opportunities in the Randburg area. You will drive revenue growth by building partnerships with dealerships, fleet operators, manufacturers and technology partners, and lead complex deal negotiations.

The role requires deep automotive market knowledge, exceptional negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams to deliver client onboarding and

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