Business Development Manager

DevFinders; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cleaning services company seeks a vibrant and driven Business Development Manager in Johannesburg. This role involves engaging warm leads, building client relationships, and achieving sales targets with a competitive on-target earnings structure. Ideal candidates will have experience in direct sales and strong communication skills. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

On-target earnings of R25,000/month

40 days paid leave annually

Supportive team culture

Remote working flexibility

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in telesales or direct sales.
• Proven ability to consistently meet or exceed sales targets.
• Comfortable working remotely and independently.

Responsibilities

• Engage with warm leads and convert them into bookings.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Meet and exceed sales targets to maximise commission.

Skills

Telesales experience

Fluent English communication

Strong negotiation skills

Self-management skills

Relationship building

CRM systems knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us :

We are a UK-based cleaning company , specialising in Residential and end-of-tenancy services . Our focus is on delivering exceptional cleaning solutions with a customer-first approach. We’re looking for a vibrant and results-driven Business Development Manager to help grow our client base by converting warm leads into loyal customers.

This role suits someone who thrives in a B2C environment, has remote sales experience, and ideally has worked within the cleaning industry. You’ll need to be organised, resilient, and confident in handling objections while maintaining a positive attitude.

Key Responsibilities :

Engage with warm leads provided by the company and convert them into confirmed bookings.

Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring a high standard of customer service.

Understand client needs and recommend tailored cleaning solutions.

Consistently meet and exceed sales targets to maximise commission earnings.

What We Offer :

On-target earnings of R25,000 / month (R8,000 base salary + uncapped commission).

40 days paid leave annually.

Supportive, fast-paced, and collaborative team culture.

Remote working flexibility.

At least 2 years’ experience in telesales or direct sales, with a strong record of closing deals.

Fluent English communication skills , both spoken and written.

Proven ability to consistently meet or exceed sales targets.

Comfortable working remotely and independently, with strong self-management skills.

Must have personal equipment :

Laptop with minimum 16GB RAM, 13th Gen i5 processor, Windows 11, and 250GB SSD or better.

Reliable high-speed internet and backup solutions for power interruptions.

Excellent people skills and a proactive approach to solving customer issues.

Able to stay calm and focused under pressure, and handle rejection professionally.

Demonstrated success in phone-based sales, including meeting quotas.

Proficient in Microsoft Office tools – Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Experience using CRM systems to manage leads and track performance.

Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to manage complaints effectively.