Remote Business Development Lead - Randburg

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary & bonus potential

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic and experienced Remote Business Development Lead to drive growth from a fully remote capacity. The role focuses on identifying new market opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and developing innovative sales strategies, with emphasis on the Randburg market.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in business development or sales leadership, exceptional leadership, and a proven remote-work track record.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or sales leadership.
• Proven success in identifying and closing significant business deals.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive business development strategies to identify and capture new market opportunities.
• Lead prospecting efforts, identify key decision-makers, and initiate outreach to potential clients and partners.
• Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with key stakeholders for long-term engagement.
• Conduct in-depth market research to identify trends and growth areas.
• Develop and deliver compelling proposals, presentations, and negotiation strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a remote setting to align strategies and execute.

Skills

Business development

Strategic partnerships

Sales leadership

CRM software

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

MBA (plus)

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Remote Business Development Lead to drive growth initiatives from a fully remote capacity. This leadership role will focus on identifying new market opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and developing innovative sales strategies to expand our client's reach, with a specific emphasis on the Randburg market. The ideal candidate possesses a proven track record in business development, exceptional leadership qualities, and the ability to excel in a remote-first environment. You will be responsible for spearheading business development efforts, leveraging digital tools to connect with clients and stakeholders, and ultimately driving significant revenue growth. This is a pivotal role for a forward-thinking professional.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive business development strategies to identify and capture new market opportunities.


• Lead prospecting efforts, identify key decision-makers, and initiate outreach to potential clients and partners.


• Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring long-term engagement and collaboration.


• Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, competitive landscapes, and growth areas.


• Develop and deliver compelling business proposals, presentations, and negotiation strategies.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a remote setting to align strategies and ensure successful execution.


• Set performance goals for business development initiatives and track progress against key metrics.


• Represent our client at virtual industry events and conferences to enhance brand visibility and network.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or sales leadership.


• Demonstrated success in identifying and closing significant business deals.


• Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.


• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.


• Proficiency in CRM software and other relevant business development tools.


• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams in a remote environment.


• Strong understanding of market dynamics and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities.


• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA is a plus.


• Must have a dedicated home office with reliable internet connectivity.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers significant flexibility and autonomy.


• Our client provides a highly competitive salary and bonus structure, recognizing the strategic importance of this role.


• You will benefit from opportunities for continuous professional development, exposure to high-level strategic initiatives, and the chance to shape the future growth of our client's business, impacting the Randburg market and beyond.