Commercial Growth Director — Industrial Services Leader

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation package

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Robust retirement fund

Executive coaching

Job summary

Placements24, a diversified industrial services provider operating in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks a visionary Commercial Director to lead revenue growth and strategic commercial initiatives. This senior leader will oversee sales, marketing, business development, pricing strategy, and key partnerships, driving profitability and market expansion in a competitive industrial landscape.

The role requires an MBA or equivalent, 10+ years in commercial leadership, and a track record of delivering

Qualifications

• MBA or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in commercial leadership roles, with a track record in sales, marketing, and business development.
• Proven ability to develop and execute successful commercial strategies in the industrial services sector.
• Demonstrated ability to drive revenue growth, profitability, and market share expansion.
• Exceptional leadership and cross-functional collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive commercial strategies to achieve revenue and profitability targets.
• Lead and manage sales, marketing, and business development teams to foster high performance.
• Identify and pursue new market opportunities, strategic alliances, and key customer relationships.
• Oversee marketing and branding initiatives and pricing strategies.
• Manage contracts and pricing to maximize commercial value.
• Analyze market trends and customer feedback to inform decisions.
• Develop business cases, forecasts, and executive reports for the leadership team.
• Ensure alignment of commercial activities with company objectives.
• Drive innovation in commercial approaches and offerings for the Vereeniging market.
• Build strong relationships with clients, partners, and industry stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Revenue growth

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation skills

Financial modeling

Market analysis

Cross-functional leadership

CRM proficiency

Education

MBA or Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field

Tools

CRM systems

Marketing automation tools

Job description

Placements24, a diversified industrial services provider operating in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks a visionary Commercial Director to lead revenue growth and strategic commercial initiatives. This senior leader will oversee sales, marketing, business development, pricing strategy, and key partnerships, driving profitability and market expansion in a competitive industrial landscape.

The role requires an MBA or equivalent, 10+ years in commercial leadership, and a track record of delivering