E-commerce Business Development Manager

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Paarl location

Health and retirement benefits

Generous vacation and leave

Professional development and travel

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Supportive and collaborative culture

Bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks a dynamic E-commerce Business Development Manager to drive growth and expand online presence. The role focuses on identifying new opportunities, forging partnerships, and developing strategies to increase revenue.

You will lead initiatives across channels, alliances, and revenue streams within a growing online retail environment. The ideal candidate will have deep e-commerce knowledge, strong negotiation skills, and a proven ability to build key

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years in business development, sales or partnerships in e-commerce.
• Proven track record of identifying and capitalizing on new opportunities.
• Solid understanding of the e-commerce platforms, marketplaces and digital marketing.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and execute successful business development strategies.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and strategic partnerships to drive e-commerce growth.
• Develop and implement innovative business development strategies aligned with company goals.
• Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitive activities to identify areas for expansion.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key partners, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Negotiate and close partnership agreements and commercial deals.
• Oversee the launch and management of new e-commerce initiatives and channels.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and product teams to ensure alignment of business development efforts.
• Develop and manage business development budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare and deliver compelling business proposals and presentations.
• Monitor and report on key business development metrics and performance.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Market analysis

Strategic planning

Business development

Presentation skills

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Marketing/Commerce

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented E-commerce Business Development Manager to drive growth and expand their online market presence from their base in Paarl, Western Cape . This strategic role focuses on identifying new business opportunities, forging valuable partnerships, and developing innovative strategies to increase revenue and market share within the e-commerce domain. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the e-commerce landscape, strong negotiation skills, and a proven ability to build and maintain key business relationships. You will be instrumental in exploring new channels, exploring strategic alliances, and optimizing existing revenue streams. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a leadership role in a growing company, contributing directly to its expansion and success in the competitive online retail market. Join a forward-thinking team in the picturesque region of Paarl and help shape our client's e-commerce future.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and strategic partnerships to drive e-commerce growth.
• Develop and implement innovative business development strategies aligned with company goals.
• Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitive activities to identify areas for expansion.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key partners, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Negotiate and close partnership agreements and commercial deals.
• Oversee the launch and management of new e-commerce initiatives and channels.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and product teams to ensure alignment of business development efforts.
• Develop and manage business development budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare and deliver compelling business proposals and presentations.
• Monitor and report on key business development metrics and performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Commerce, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in business development, sales, or partnership management, preferably within the e-commerce sector.
• Proven track record of identifying and capitalizing on new business opportunities.
• Strong understanding of the e-commerce industry, online marketplaces, and digital marketing channels.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and nurture strategic partnerships.
• Proficiency in market analysis and strategic planning.
• Ability to develop and execute successful business development strategies.
• Experience in preparing business proposals and conducting presentations.
• Self-motivated with a strong drive to achieve results.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary package of R .
• Opportunity to drive significant growth in an e-commerce setting.
• Based in the beautiful Winelands region of Paarl, Western Cape .
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Generous vacation and leave policies.
• Opportunities for professional development and travel.
• A supportive and collaborative work culture.
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses.
• Company vehicle or travel allowance.