Business Development Executive

Flink Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solutions company is seeking a Business Development Executive in Boksburg. This role involves driving growth in the transportation and logistics sector, maintaining client relationships, and achieving sales targets. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of B2B sales experience, a relevant degree, and strong negotiation skills. A valid driver’s license and own vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of B2B sales experience, ideally with Labour outsourcing.
• Proven track record of closing deals from lead generation to contract.
• Deep understanding of South African Labour legislation.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain senior-level relationships.
• Achieve and exceed monthly sales targets.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Analytical mindset

Strong organizational skills

Time management skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, HR, Supply Chain or related

MBA or postgraduate qualification

Job description

Overview

SUMMARY : Our client is looking for a Business Development Executive to join their team in Boksburg

POSITION INFO :

Are you a results-driven sales and relationship guru with a passion for transforming client needs into tailored staffing solutions? We’re building South Africa’s next-generation labour outsourcing powerhouse, and we need a Business Development Executive to drive growth, expand our footprint, and shape how organisations source and manage their workforce.

Responsibilities

• Business development
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within transport, warehousing, manufacturing and related industries
• Build and maintain senior-level relationships with , Operations and Procurement teams
• Develop tailored proposals, pricing models and contract structures based on client requirements and risk profiles
• Collaborate with internal teams (Recruitment, Compliance, Operations, OL divisions) to ensure seamless delivery and outstanding service
• Achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly and annual sales targets
• Conduct market analysis to stay ahead of industry trends, competitor activity and regulatory changes
• Representing the company at industry events, trade shows and networking forums
• Market penetration
• Meet customer service delivery targets and KPI’s.
• Manage customer expectations.
• Manage monthly billing of customers.
• Reporting on performance in daily / monthly meetings.
• Understand and maintain customer SOP’s and SLA’s.
• Maintain CRM records

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum Matric a bachelor’s degree (Business, HR, Supply Chain, or related); MBA or postgraduate qualification a plus.
• 5+ years’ B2B sales experience, ideally within Labour outsourcing, staffing, or supply chain services.
• Proven track record of closing deals from lead generation through to contract signature.
• Deep understanding of South African Labour legislation and compliance requirements.
• Exceptional negotiation, presentation and consultative selling skills.
• Strong analytical mindset with ability to craft competitive pricing and service models.
• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to get stuck into all aspects of a growing business .
• Computer literate.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills.
• Time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Willing to work outside of normal operating hours.
• Willing to work away from your Home Depot when required.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems effectively and efficiently.
• Meet strict deadlines with a high level of precision.
• Code 8 drivers license with own vehicle.

Employment Details

• Employment Type: Permanent
• Industry: Transportation and Logistics
• Work space preference: Work Onsite
• Ideal work province: Gauteng
• Ideal work city: Boksburg
• Salary bracket: R 35000 - 40000
• Drivers License: CODE B (Car)
• Own car needed: Yes