Business Development Manager

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Business Development Executive in Johannesburg. You will develop strategic business plans, secure new clients, and maintain existing customer relationships in sectors such as mining and manufacturing. The ideal candidate should have a degree in engineering and at least 5 years of experience in sales and business development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in business development, sales, or account management.
• Strong understanding of switchgear, instrumentation, PLCs, and process control solutions.
• Proven track record in achieving sales growth.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic business development plans.
• Identify, pursue, and secure new clients.
• Maintain and grow relationships with existing customers.
• Collaborate with internal teams for solutions.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.
• Achieve sales targets and report on performance.

Skills

Business development

Sales management

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Technical acumen

Education

Bachelors Degree or National Diploma in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Key Responsibilities :

Develop and implement strategic business development plans to increase market penetration.

Identify, pursue, and secure new clients in sectors such as mining, manufacturing, energy, and water.

Maintain and grow relationships with existing customers through exceptional service delivery.

Collaborate with internal technical and sales teams to deliver customized solutions.

Prepare and deliver technical presentations, proposals, and quotations.

Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify emerging opportunities.

Achieve sales targets and report on pipeline activities and business performance.

Qualifications and Experience :

Bachelors Degree or National Diploma inElectrical, Electronic, or Mechanical Engineering.

Minimum58 years experiencein business development, sales, or account management within theindustrial automation, control systems, or electrical distributionindustry.

Strong understanding ofswitchgear, instrumentation, PLCs, and process controlsolutions.

Proven track record in achieving sales growth and developing long-term client partnerships.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Personal Attributes :

Results-driven with a strong entrepreneurial mindset.

Confident and professional with strong technical acumen.

Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

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