Business Development Manager

iLEAD et al; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Pretoria is looking for a Business Development Manager to drive sales and expand client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in digital marketing sales, excellent client engagement skills, and a proactive approach to identifying growth opportunities. This role offers a competitive salary, a dynamic work environment, and the chance to make a significant impact on the company's growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary with incentives

Dynamic, fast-paced environment

Impactful role in company growth

Supportive team culture

Hybrid work model

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in digital marketing sales with a proven track record.
• Excellent presentation and client engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Consistently close sales and contribute to sustainable growth.
• Identify leads aligned with the company's ideal client profile.

Skills

Sales Ability

Client Engagement

Digital Media Understanding

Relationship Building

Time Management

Job description

Join Our Team as a Manager for Business Development!

iLEAD et al is seeking a strategic and dynamic Business Development Manager to enhance our team. The ideal candidate is proactive, goal-oriented, and thrives on creating opportunities and expanding networks. If you excel at fostering client relationships, achieving sales targets, and have keen insights into digital media, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

1. Sales Ability: Consistently close sales and contribute to sustainable growth.
2. Scoping: Identify leads aligned with the company's ideal client profile for long-term growth.
3. Sales Targets: Meet or exceed individual and company targets.
4. Sales Execution: Understand and articulate the company's offerings to clients.
5. New Client Acquisition: Generate leads, prepare proposals, and onboard clients per company standards.
6. Lead Management: Communicate professionally and timely with leads.
7. Relationship Building: Maintain ongoing relationships with clients and partners.
8. Reporting: Provide weekly performance reports to the Head of Business Development.
9. Onboarding: Manage client onboarding and agreements.
10. Collaborative Efforts: Work with Account Management and Operations teams.
11. Compliance: Ensure valid contracts and adherence to company processes.
12. Innovation: Develop strategies to attract suitable clients.
13. Continuous Improvement: Keep up-to-date with industry trends and certifications.
14. Team Involvement: Participate in team-building activities.
15. Time Management: Use company software for efficient time tracking and reporting.

Requirements

Who We're Looking For:

• Minimum 5 years in digital marketing sales with a proven track record.
• Excellent presentation and client engagement skills.
• Deep understanding of digital media and strategic solutions.
• Passion for social interaction and client relations.
• Self-motivated, independent, respectful of authority.
• Goal-driven with an understanding of contribution to business success.
• Proactive in seeking new opportunities.
• Ability to engage with senior management professionally.
• Employment history of over 3 years per position; job hoppers will not be considered.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with incentives.
• Dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Impactful role in company growth.
• Supportive team culture.
• Immediate start (notice periods respected).
• Hybrid work model in a pet-friendly Pretoria office.

Our Ideal Candidate

We seek a mature, articulate, professional individual capable of engaging clients and partners, with evident digital media expertise to identify growth opportunities.

What To Expect

Located in Pretoria, we offer a balanced work environment. Interested candidates should send their resume and cover letter to [e-mail]. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.