Business Development Manager - Hospitality Sector

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Health & retirement planning

Career growth opportunities

Lucrative commission structure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a driven Business Development Manager to spearhead growth in the Mossel Bay region within the hospitality sector. You will identify market opportunities, forge partnerships with hotels, restaurants, and venues, and drive adoption of client service solutions.

Responsibilities include developing targeted strategies, creating compelling proposals, and negotiating contracts to expand revenue streams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development or sales, ideally within hospitality.
• Strong networking, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage a broad portfolio of clients autonomously.
• Understanding hospitality sector needs.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop strategic business partnerships within the hospitality industry.
• Conduct market research to uncover emerging trends and opportunities for service expansion.
• Create and deliver compelling proposals and presentations to prospective clients.
• Negotiate and finalize contracts, ensuring favorable terms for both parties.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Networking

Negotiation

Presentation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a motivated Business Development Manager to spearhead growth within the hospitality sector, focusing on the Mossel Bay region. This strategic role involves identifying new market opportunities, forging partnerships with hotels, restaurants, and event venues, and driving the adoption of our client's innovative service solutions. You will be responsible for developing and executing targeted business development strategies to expand our client's footprint and revenue streams. We are looking for a dynamic and well-connected individual who can build lasting relationships and drive significant commercial success in a competitive market, fostering a culture of growth and client-centricity.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop strategic business partnerships within the hospitality industry.
• Conduct market research to uncover emerging trends and opportunities for service expansion.
• Create and deliver compelling proposals and presentations to prospective clients.
• Negotiate and finalize contracts, ensuring favorable terms for both parties.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development or sales, ideally within the hospitality or service industry.
• Demonstrated success in identifying and cultivating new business relationships.
• Excellent networking, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a broad portfolio of potential clients.
• Understanding of the unique needs and challenges of the hospitality sector.

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus a lucrative commission and bonus structure.
• Remote work flexibility, allowing for efficient territory management.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement planning.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Engage with a leading provider of solutions for the hospitality industry.