Growth & Strategy Director, Tech Partnerships

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Equity options

Health benefits

Growth opportunities

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks a visionary Director of Business Development and Strategy to shape the company's growth, identify new markets, and forge strategic alliances. You will lead market analysis, opportunity assessment, and deal structuring to drive revenue and market share.

You will collaborate with product, sales, and marketing teams, build long-term strategic roadmaps, and present initiatives to the executive team, with a focus on sustainable growth and high-level partnerships.

Qualifications

• MBA or related master's degree.
• 10+ years in BD, strategy, or corporate strategy.
• Proven track record closing significant deals and partnerships.
• Strong market analysis and financial modeling skills.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation abilities.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders.
• Strong technology industry network is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business development strategies for Pretoria and beyond.
• Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with key industry players, vendors, and channel partners.
• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and feasibility studies to inform strategic decision-making.
• Lead the negotiation and execution of complex business deals, including mergers, acquisitions, and strategic alliances.
• Develop long-term business plans and strategic roadmaps to drive revenue growth and market share expansion.
• Collaborate with product development, sales, and marketing teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, clients, and partners.
• Identify emerging market trends and technological advancements to capitalize on new business opportunities.
• Oversee the financial modeling and forecasting for new business initiatives.
• Present strategic proposals and business cases to senior leadership and the board of directors.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Stakeholder relationships

Leadership

Market analysis

Financial modeling

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

MBA

Finance background

Job description

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks a visionary Director of Business Development and Strategy to shape the company's growth, identify new markets, and forge strategic alliances. You will lead market analysis, opportunity assessment, and deal structuring to drive revenue and market share.

You will collaborate with product, sales, and marketing teams, build long-term strategic roadmaps, and present initiatives to the executive team, with a focus on sustainable growth and high-level partnerships.