Business Development Manager

Placements24

Cape Town

On-site

ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

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Retirement benefits

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Job summary

Placements24 seeks a strategic and driven Business Development Manager to spearhead growth in Cape Town. Lead partnerships, identify untapped opportunities and collaborate with senior leadership to implement expansion strategies in the Western Cape.

You will drive market penetration, develop go-to-market plans and negotiate key contracts, shaping the company’s growth trajectory in a dynamic economic hub.

Qualifications

6+ years in business development, sales or related strategic role.
Experience identifying and capitalizing on new market opportunities in Western Cape.
Exceptional negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
Experience in conducting market research and developing go-to-market strategies.
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing or related field; MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

Identify and develop new business opportunities through market analysis, networking and strategic outreach in the Cape Town region.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, potential clients and industry partners.
Develop and execute comprehensive business development plans to achieve growth targets.
Prepare and deliver compelling business proposals, presentations, and pitches to prospective clients.
Negotiate and finalize contracts and agreements with mutually beneficial terms.
Monitor industry trends and market changes to identify new growth avenues.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Market research

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

MBA preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and driven Business Development Manager to spearhead growth initiatives in Cape Town. This role is crucial for expanding market presence and cultivating new revenue streams by forging strategic partnerships and identifying untapped market opportunities. You will work closely with senior leadership to define and implement expansion strategies, leveraging your understanding of the Western Cape market to drive sustainable growth. This is an ideal position for an ambitious professional aiming to shape business development strategies and achieve significant market penetration in a vibrant economic hub.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and develop new business opportunities through market analysis, networking, and strategic outreach in the Cape Town region.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, potential clients, and industry partners.
Develop and execute comprehensive business development plans and strategies to achieve ambitious growth targets.
Prepare and deliver compelling business proposals, presentations, and pitches to prospective clients and partners.
Negotiate and finalize contracts and agreements, ensuring mutually beneficial terms.
Stay abreast of industry trends, competitor activities, and market changes to identify new avenues for growth.

Requirements

Proven track record of success in business development, sales, or a related strategic role for at least 6 years.
Demonstrated experience in identifying and capitalizing on new market opportunities within Western Cape .
Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
Experience in conducting market research and developing go-to-market strategies.
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a relevant field; MBA preferred.

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