Business Development Manager

Optimal Growth Technologies; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Career growth

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Optimal Growth Technologies in Gauteng is seeking a Business Development Manager to expand our client base and apply an effective sales strategy. You will identify opportunities, engage prospective clients, and drive revenue growth through strategic planning.

As a key liaison, you will build long-term relationships, negotiate deals, and ensure customer satisfaction while delivering measurable results for our technology-focused portfolio in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Business Development Manager or in a similar role.
• Sales or client-support background is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Strategy and planning: develop growth strategy, identify new markets, prepare detailed business plans.
• Client acquisition: arrange meetings, promote products/services, build relationships.
• Sales and negotiation: prepare contracts, negotiate deals, maintain records.
• Feedback and support: provide after-sales support.

Skills

MS Office

CRM software

English proficiency

Market knowledge

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Rapport building

Time management

Planning skills

Education

BSc/BA in Business Administration or Sales

Job description

About the job Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Company Overview:

Optimal Growth Technologies provides organizations of all sizes with the best, most trustworthy solutions. In the ever-evolving technology market, we believe that companies need reliable allies who can guide them through the challenges that accompany technological growth. Our mission is to enable our business partners' and customers' businesses by expanding and managing their portfolios through an adaptive and strategic approach to the continuously evolving technology environment.

Position Summary:

• We are looking for an ambitious and energetic Business Development Manager to help us expand our clientele and create and apply an effective sales strategy.
• The goal is to drive sustainable financial growth by boosting sales and forging strong relationships with clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy and Planning:

• Develop a growth strategy focused both on financial gain and customer satisfaction.
• Conduct research to identify new markets and customer needs.
• Prepare detailed business plans to facilitate the attainment of goals and quotas.

Client Acquisition and Relationship Management:

• Arrange business meetings with prospective clients.
• Promote the company's products/services, addressing or predicting clients' objectives.
• Build long-term relationships with new and existing customers.

Sales and Negotiation:

• Prepare sales contracts ensuring adherence to law-established rules and guidelines.
• Negotiate deals and handle complaints or objections.
• Keep records of sales, revenue, invoices, etc.

Feedback and Support:

• Provide trustworthy feedback and after-sales support.

Experience:

• Proven working experience as a Business Development Manager, Sales Executive, or a relevant role.
• Experience in customer support is a plus.

Skills:

• Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software
• Excellent proficiency in English.
• Strong market knowledge.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build rapport with clients.
• Strong time management and planning skills.

Education:

• BSc/BA in Business Administration, Sales, or a relevant field is preferred.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.
• The chance to be part of a forward-thinking company at the forefront of the technology industry.