BDM: Fire & Gas Solutions for Mining & Petrochem

JVR Software; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

JVR Software, a leading fire detection and safety solutions provider, seeks a Business Development Manager to drive commercial growth across mining, petrochemical, and infrastructure in Sub‑Saharan Africa. You will own the sales pipeline, manage strategic accounts, and work with engineering teams to deliver technically sound solutions.

The role requires 5+ years in technical sales within fire/safety or engineering, with travel across SSA and a proven track record of meeting targets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ technical sales or business development experience within fire, safety, industrial, or engineering environments.
• Experience selling into mining, petrochemical, power generation, commercial infrastructure, or related sectors.
• Valid driver’s license and passport; willingness to travel locally and across Sub-Saharan Africa.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities early in the project lifecycle and influence specifications.
• Build relationships with consulting engineers, EPCMs, contractors, and end users.
• Manage sales pipeline, forecasts, and CRM records to achieve targets.

Skills

Technical sales

Business development

Key account management

Negotiation

Education

Engineering degree

Marketing degree

Business degree

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

JVR Software, a leading fire detection and safety solutions provider, seeks a Business Development Manager to drive commercial growth across mining, petrochemical, and infrastructure in Sub‑Saharan Africa. You will own the sales pipeline, manage strategic accounts, and work with engineering teams to deliver technically sound solutions.

The role requires 5+ years in technical sales within fire/safety or engineering, with travel across SSA and a proven track record of meeting targets.