Business Development Consultant

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness

Hybrid work

Professional development

Networking events

Impactful role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Business Development Consultant to help clients identify and capitalize on new growth opportunities in Upington and surrounding areas. The role combines market analysis, strategy formulation, and developing actionable plans to expand client reach and revenue, with a hybrid work pattern and client visits to build strong partnerships.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in business development, sales strategy, or management consulting, a Bachelor's in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Marketing; MBA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in business development, sales strategy, or consulting.
• Proven track record of securing new opportunities.
• Strong market analysis and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify new business opportunities.
• Develop strategic business plans and growth initiatives for clients.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with potential clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Support clients in the negotiation and closing of new business deals.
• Analyze sales performance and market trends to refine business development strategies.

Skills

Market analysis

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Networking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing

MBA preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic Business Development Consultant to help clients identify and capitalize on new growth opportunities in Upington and surrounding areas. This role involves market analysis, strategy formulation, and the development of actionable plans to expand client reach and revenue. You will operate in a hybrid capacity, combining remote work with client visits to foster strong relationships and drive strategic partnerships. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated consultant passionate about driving business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify new business opportunities.
• Develop strategic business plans and growth initiatives for clients.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with potential clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Support clients in the negotiation and closing of new business deals.
• Analyze sales performance and market trends to refine business development strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, sales strategy, or management consulting.
• Proven track record of identifying and securing new business opportunities.
• Strong understanding of market analysis and strategic planning.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and networking skills for both remote and in-person interactions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and commission structure based on business development success.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and networking events.
• A dynamic role with significant impact on client success and growth.