Business Development Executive

RecruiTech (Pty) Ltd; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and transport company in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a Business Development Executive to drive their sales strategy across courier and road freight services. The ideal candidate has proven experience in sales within the logistics sector and excels at building long-term customer relationships. Responsibilities include developing growth strategies, identifying business opportunities, and collaborating with teams to deliver bespoke transport solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development or sales within courier, transport, or logistics.
• Solid understanding of road freight and courier services.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a business development strategy to grow sales.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Understand client logistics needs.
• Collaborate with internal teams for smooth service delivery.
• Prepare proposals, quotes, and presentations.
• Achieve revenue and margin targets.
• Stay updated with market trends.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Relationship-building skills

Results-driven mindset

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

If you’re a natural deal‑maker with a passion for building relationships and a deep understanding of the transport and logistics world, this could be the opportunity that puts your career in the fast lane. 🛣️

With continued growth and exciting plans ahead, my client is now looking for a Business Development Executive who can take their sales strategy to the next level. Driving new business, both new and existing clients across courier and road freight services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a business development strategy to grow courier and road freight sales
• Identify and secure new business opportunities through prospecting, networking, and client visits
• Build and maintain strong, long‑term customer relationships
• Understand client logistics needs and propose bespoke transport solutions
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding and service delivery
• Prepare proposals, quotes, and presentations for potential clients
• Achieve and exceed revenue and margin targets.
• Stay up to date with market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in business development or sales within courier, transport, or logistics
• A solid understanding of road freight and courier services
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship‑building skills
• Results‑driven mindset with the ability to work independently
• Excellent communication and organisation skills

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