Business Development Manager

The Recruiters; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Business Development Manager to identify and generate new opportunities in Durban. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 5+ years in a technology solutions role, excelling in sales and client relationship management. Responsibilities include preparing presentations, achieving sales targets, and maintaining detailed reports. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills and effective communication abilities. A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required with relevant sales experience.
• Minimum 5+ years experience in Technology Solutions role is necessary.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle needed.

Responsibilities

• Identify and generate new business opportunities.
• Prepare and deliver tailored product presentations.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Drive revenue growth and exceed sales targets.
• Maintain accurate pipeline and activity reports.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or related field

Tools

Office Automation

ICT Industry Knowledge

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and generate new business opportunities, managing the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing.
• Prepare and deliver compelling product presentations and proposals, developing tailored solutions that meet client requirements.
• Build strategic partnerships and maintain strong, long‑term client relationships.
• Drive revenue growth to achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Maintain accurate and detailed pipeline and activity reports.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field with relevant sales experience.
• Strong knowledge of the Office Automation & ICT industry.
• Valid drivers licence and reliable vehicle.

Work Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5+ years experience in Managed Business Services or a related Technology Solutions role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and data‑driven decision‑making abilities.
• In‑depth understanding of Print Solutions, Connectivity, Unified Communications, Intelligent Security, Document Management and Software Solutions.
• Proven success in sales with strong negotiation and closing skills.

Personal Qualities & Behavioural Traits

• Experience managing multiple client relationships and multitasking in a fast‑paced environment.
• Business & Commercial Acumen : Understands key business drivers and sales metrics.
• Analytical Thinking : Able to interpret data to guide strategic decisions.
• Collaboration & Communication : Builds strong working relationships across departments.
• Accountability : Takes ownership of outcomes and responsibilities.
• Adaptability : Thrives in changing environments and continuously seeks improvement.

To Apply

Please email your updated CV in Word format, along with a copy of your ID, qualification/s, reference letter or contactable referees, and a recent profile picture of yourself to :