Business Development Manager

Sixty60 Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury vehicle company in Johannesburg is seeking a Business Development Manager. This role involves identifying new business opportunities, managing key accounts, and building strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in sales or marketing, relevant experience in the automotive sector, and excellent communication skills. This position is target-driven and requires a self-starter with a professional demeanor and social media savvy.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development or account management in the automotive or luxury-vehicle sector.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Goal-oriented with a strong track record of meeting sales targets.
• Self-starter with effective time management.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients.
• Manage and grow existing key accounts.
• Conduct client-needs assessments and pre-qualify leads.
• Visit clients regularly to generate leads.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans.

Skills

Relationship-building

Sales strategies

Communication skills

Social media proficiency

Education

Matric + Diploma in Sales/Marketing

Job description

Overview

Our client based in Rosebank, Johannesburg is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manager to join their team.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of relationship-building, sales strategies, and the ability to identify and develop new business opportunities within the luxury automotive space.

This role requires a confident communicator who thrives on achieving targets, building long‑term client partnerships, and representing the brand with professionalism and flair.

About them: They are a leading luxury‑vehicle long‑term rental company based in South Africa, offering clients the chance to drive the car of their dreams through flexible rental agreements.

They partner with reputable dealerships nationwide and manage the acquisition and financing of premium vehicles on behalf of their clients.

With a focus on seamless service and a commitment to making luxury accessible, they help clients choose the right vehicle, craft suitable terms and payments, and eliminate unexpected costs or market‑risks from the process.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the luxury vehicle rental / automotive sector.
• Build and maintain strong, long‑term relationships with key clients and dealership partners.
• Manage and grow existing key accounts, ensuring continued satisfaction, retention and growth.
• Conduct thorough client‑needs assessments and probe strategically to pre‑qualify leads.
• Actively visit clients and prospects spending time in the field to generate leads and maintain relationships.
• Collaborate with internal teams remotely, providing regular updates and participating in daily virtual meetings.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans aligned with business objectives and growth targets.
• Track, manage, and report on sales performance, pipeline activity and conversion metrics.
• Promote the brand and its offerings through social media engagement and industry networks.
• Represent the company with professionalism and enthusiasm at trade shows, dealership visits and client meetings.

Key Requirements

• Matric + Diploma in sales / marketing (preferred).
• Experience in business development, sales or account management within the automotive or luxury‑vehicle sector.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well‑presented, professional demeanour with the ability to represent the brand effectively.
• Goal‑oriented and target‑driven, with a strong track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Self‑starter who takes initiative, manages time effectively and works independently.
• Social‑media savvy able to leverage platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, Instagram) to raise brand awareness, generate leads and engage prospects.
• Must be comfortable being out on the road regularly, visiting clients, dealerships and prospects.
• Valid drivers licence and reliable transport.