Business Development Manager - Warehousing

Hire Resolve; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Business Development Manager specializing in chemicals and fuel logistics in Johannesburg. This role will involve securing high-value contracts and developing warehousing infrastructure nationally. You will engage with executive stakeholders and drive significant growth within the company. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in logistics and a track record of successful contract negotiations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in chemical and/or fuel logistics.
• Proven track record in securing large B2B contracts.
• Background in specialised chemical or fuel warehousing services advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Close new warehousing deals targeting R100 million in revenue.
• Manage business development lifecycle from lead generation to contract finalisation.
• Support expansion of warehousing facilities in Cape Town and Durban.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Negotiation

Relationship building

Job description

Our client is looking for a Business Development Manager – Chemicals & Fuel (Warehousing) to join their team in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will drive high-value contract wins in the chemical and fuel logistics sector, with a focus on warehousing solutions. You will play a strategic role in securing new business, developing warehousing infrastructure in key regions, and transitioning operations to dedicated teams after contract closure. This is a high-impact role with nationwide scope and significant travel expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Close new warehousing deals with high-volume chemical and fuel clients, targeting R100 million in new contract revenue within the first year
  
  
• Manage the complete business development lifecycle from lead generation through to contract finalisation
  
  
• Handover operational execution to regional teams after successful contract closure
  
  
• Support the expansion of warehousing facilities in Cape Town and Durban, replicating existing models by Q4 2025
  
  
• Engage with senior stakeholders and build long-term strategic client relationships
  
  

Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in chemical and/or fuel logistics, specifically with warehousing or storage infrastructure
  
  
• Proven track record in securing large, high-value B2B contracts
  
  
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to engage and negotiate with executive-level stakeholders
  
  
• Independent, self-driven, and comfortable with a high national travel load
  
  
• Background in companies offering specialised chemical or fuel warehousing services will be advantageous
  
  

Benefits:

• Salary: negotiable.

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