Business Development Manager

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental

Travel allowances

Growth opportunities

Executive development

Autonomy

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive and strategic Business Development Manager to identify new opportunities and drive growth in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will build strong client relationships, understand market needs, and design innovative solutions to meet them.

The role requires extensive travel, close collaboration with internal teams, and the ability to negotiate contracts while contributing to the overall business strategy.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success in Business Development or sales leadership.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics and competitive landscape.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel extensively and build rapport with diverse client profiles.
• Bachelor's degree; MBA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research, networking, and lead generation.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Negotiate and close business deals, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements are reached.
• Develop and execute strategic business development plans to achieve sales targets and expand market share.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking functions; collaborate with internal teams to deliver to new clients.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing or related field

MBA (preferred)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and strategic Business Development Manager to identify new business opportunities and drive growth initiatives in the Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal region. This role focuses on building strong client relationships, understanding market needs, and developing innovative solutions to meet those needs. You will be responsible for expanding the company's reach, negotiating contracts, and contributing to the overall business strategy. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned sales and strategy professional to make a significant impact in a key economic hub, requiring extensive travel and client engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research, networking, and lead generation.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Negotiate and close business deals, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements are reached.
• Develop and execute strategic business development plans to achieve sales targets and expand market share.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking functions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful delivery of products and services to new clients.

Requirements

• Proven track record of success in Business Development or a similar sales leadership role.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics and competitive landscape in the relevant industry.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
• Ability to travel extensively and build rapport with diverse client profiles.
• Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed sales targets consistently.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission structure.
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance plans.
• Travel allowances and expense reimbursement.
• Opportunities for professional growth and executive development.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment with significant autonomy.