Industrial BD Leader – Richards Bay (Hybrid)

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

Comprehensive medical and retirement.

Performance bonuses

Travel expenses covered

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Business Development Manager to drive growth in Richards Bay and the KwaZulu-Natal region, focusing on mining, construction, and manufacturing sectors.

This hybrid role combines on-site client engagements with strategic planning from a central office or home base, offering autonomy and significant impact. The ideal candidate will leverage industrial market knowledge, strong networking skills, and a proven ability to close complex deals.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in business development or senior sales in industrial equipment or related sectors.
• Proven track record of identifying opportunities and closing significant deals.
• In-depth knowledge of the industrial equipment market ( mining, construction, manufacturing ).
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical abilities.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with senior executives and key decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new opportunities, markets, and partnerships within the industrial equipment sector.
• Develop and implement strategic business development plans to achieve ambitious sales and revenue targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, decision-makers, and influencers in target industries.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and potential threats.
• Lead negotiations for large-scale contracts and partnership agreements.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events.
• Collaborate with the sales and technical teams to develop tailored solutions for potential clients.
• Prepare and deliver persuasive business proposals and presentations.
• Monitor market dynamics and customer needs to inform product development and marketing strategies.
• Manage the business development pipeline, providing accurate forecasts and reports to senior management.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical abilities

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Business Development Manager to drive growth in Richards Bay and the KwaZulu-Natal region, focusing on mining, construction, and manufacturing sectors.

This hybrid role combines on-site client engagements with strategic planning from a central office or home base, offering autonomy and significant impact. The ideal candidate will leverage industrial market knowledge, strong networking skills, and a proven ability to close complex deals.