BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER (RANDBURG, JOHANNESBURG)

University of Fort Hare; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a skilled Business Development Manager to lead sales expansion in African markets. The ideal candidate should have B2B sales experience, knowledge of industrial automation, and excellent negotiation skills. Responsibilities include identifying new business opportunities and developing strategic partnerships to drive revenue growth. Familiarity with export processes and multilingual capabilities are advantageous. This position ensures a dynamic work environment with significant impact across regions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of external B2B sales experience.
• Proven ability to develop new business across African markets.
• Strong understanding of industrial IT and automation.

Responsibilities

• Identify new opportunities and develop strategic partnerships.
• Drive revenue growth across regions and markets.

Skills

B2B sales experience in industrial automation

Business development skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Tech-savvy and MS Office skills

Language skills (French or Portuguese)

Education

Diploma or technical certification in IT, Networking, or Engineering

Tools

CRM systems

SAP

Job description

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER (RANDBURG, JOHANNESBURG)

2025-07-30 - 2025-08-29

Permanent

NEL012268

Gauteng , JHB - Central

We’re looking for a driven and experienced Business Development Manager to spearhead sales expansion into African markets. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying new opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and driving revenue growth across regions and beyond.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of external B2B sales experience in industrial automation or a related technical field.
• Proven ability to develop new business across African markets.
• Strong understanding of industrial IT, automation, and infrastructure solutions.
• Experience in sectors like power, mining, rail, security, solar, or similar.
• Familiarity with export processes, tenders, and technical documentation.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Tech-savvy with solid MS Office skills and CRM familiarity.
• Valid SA ID, driver’s license, passport, and own vehicle.
• French or Portuguese language skills are a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Diploma or technical certification in IT, Networking, or Engineering
• SAP or other procurement system experience
• Experience in international travel and cross-border business development

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