Business Development Executive - Automotive

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses & commissions

Health benefits

Professional growth

Flexible remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Business Development Executive to drive growth in the automotive sector across the East London region. The role focuses on identifying opportunities, forging partnerships with dealerships, manufacturers, and service providers, and expanding market presence.

You will leverage your industry expertise to implement innovative BD strategies, build key relationships, and close strategic partnerships while working remotely with travel to East London as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years in business development or strategic sales within the automotive industry.
• Proven track record of securing new business partnerships and driving revenue growth.
• Extensive network within the automotive sector is highly advantageous.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and remotely, with travel to East London as needed for meetings.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the automotive industry in the designated region.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including dealership owners, fleet managers, and automotive suppliers.
• Negotiate and close strategic partnerships and service agreements.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends and competitive advantages.
• Develop and execute targeted business development plans to achieve growth objectives.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to ensure seamless integration of new business initiatives.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Networking

Market research

Strategic sales

Independent work

Remote work

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic and well-connected Business Development Executive to drive growth within the automotive sector in the East London area. This role focuses on identifying and securing new business opportunities, forging partnerships with dealerships, manufacturers, and service providers, and expanding the company's market presence. You will leverage your industry expertise and network to create and implement innovative business development strategies. This is a prime opportunity for a proactive professional to make a significant impact in the dynamic Eastern Cape automotive market.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the automotive industry in the designated region.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including dealership owners, fleet managers, and automotive suppliers.
• Negotiate and close strategic partnerships and service agreements.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends and competitive advantages.
• Develop and execute targeted business development plans to achieve growth objectives.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to ensure seamless integration of new business initiatives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in business development or strategic sales within the automotive industry.
• Proven track record of securing new business partnerships and driving revenue growth.
• Extensive network within the automotive sector is highly advantageous.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics and customer needs in the automotive space.
• Ability to work independently and remotely, with travel to East London as needed for meetings.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance-driven bonuses and commissions.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and networking within the automotive industry.
• Flexible remote working environment.
• Be part of a forward-thinking company shaping the future of automotive services.