Business Development Manager - Durban

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Remote work flexibility

Healthcare

Retirement savings

Travel allowance

Leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a strategic, results-driven Business Development Manager to spearhead growth initiatives from KwaZulu-Natal. You will identify opportunities, forge strategic partnerships, and expand our client's market footprint across the region.

The role demands strong analytical skills, excellent relationship-building, and an ability to lead go-to-market plans with sales and marketing. A generous bonus structure, remote work flexibility, comprehensive healthcare, retirement

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in business development, partnerships, or market expansion roles.
• Proven track record of launching new products/services into new markets.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret market data and identify opportunities.
• Excellent networking and relationship-building capabilities.
• Demonstrated negotiation and influencing skills at a senior level.
• Familiarity with the Durban KwaZulu-Natal business landscape.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities and market trends in the Durban area and beyond.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for market entry and expansion.
• Forge and manage strategic partnerships with key industry players and stakeholders.
• Conduct market analysis and competitive research to inform business development strategies.
• Lead negotiations for potential partnerships and large-scale deals.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to create integrated go-to-market strategies.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and results-oriented Business Development Manager to spearhead growth initiatives from their Durban base. This role is critical for identifying and capitalizing on new market opportunities, forging strategic partnerships, and driving the adoption of our client's products and services. You will be instrumental in expanding the company's footprint in the region and establishing a strong presence in new market segments. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical skills, a keen understanding of market dynamics, and a proven ability to build and maintain valuable business relationships. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future growth of our client in KwaZulu-Natal .

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities and market trends in the Durban area and beyond.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for market entry and expansion.
• Forge and manage strategic partnerships with key industry players and stakeholders.
• Conduct market analysis and competitive research to inform business development strategies.
• Lead negotiations for potential partnerships and large-scale deals.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to create integrated go-to-market strategies.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in business development , strategic partnerships, or market expansion roles.
• Proven track record of successfully launching new products or services into new markets.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market data and identify opportunities.
• Excellent networking and relationship-building capabilities.
• Demonstrated negotiation and influencing skills at a senior level.
• Familiarity with the business landscape in Durban and the surrounding KwaZulu-Natal region.

Benefits

• Attractive salary with a significant performance-based bonus structure.
• Remote work flexibility allowing you to operate from anywhere.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits and retirement savings plan.
• Generous travel allowance for business development activities.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.