Business Development Manager - Remote

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,489,000 - 2,150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Remote work environment

Home office expense allowance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a strategic, ambitious Business Development Manager for a fully remote team. You will identify and pursue new market opportunities, forge partnerships, and drive revenue growth across regions.

You will develop and execute comprehensive business development strategies, negotiate high-stakes deals, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to expand reach while delivering measurable results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• MBA preferred for deeper strategic insight.
• Proven track record in business development, sales, or partnerships.
• Experience negotiating and closing complex deals with executives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for new market entry.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and partnerships.
• Negotiate and close complex deals with key stakeholders.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis.
• Build and maintain relationships with partners, clients, and influencers.
• Collaborate with internal teams to execute new initiatives.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Analytical abilities

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing

MBA preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and ambitious Business Development Manager to join their dynamic, fully remote team. In this critical role, you will identify and pursue new market opportunities, forge strategic partnerships, and drive significant revenue growth. You will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive business development strategies, leveraging your expertise to expand our client’s reach and market share. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned professional who thrives on innovation, relationship-building, and achieving ambitious growth targets in a flexible, work-from-anywhere environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for new market entry and business expansion.
• Identify, evaluate, and pursue new business opportunities and strategic partnerships.
• Negotiate and close complex deals and agreements with key stakeholders.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with potential partners, clients, and industry influencers.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful integration and execution of new business initiatives.

Requirements

• Proven track record in business development , sales, or strategic partnerships, ideally in a remote capacity.
• Demonstrated success in identifying and closing significant business opportunities.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, comfortable engaging with senior executives.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously in a remote setting .
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and significant performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for home office expenses and professional development.
• Opportunities to shape company strategy and drive impactful growth initiatives.
• A culture of innovation, autonomy, and collaborative success.