Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd | Permanent
New Business Development Consultant
Centurion, South Africa | Posted on 09/09/2026
- Work Experience At least 3-5 years proven sales experience in any industry
- Date Opened 09/09/2026
- Job Type Permanent
- City Centurion
- Province Gauteng
- Country South Africa
- Postal Code 0014
Job Description
Red Ember Recruitment is seeking a New Business Development Consultanton behalf of our client, based in Centurion.
- The New Business Development Consultant is responsiblefor identifying, pursuing, and securing new business opportunities for thecompany within the Gauteng region.
- The role focuses on building and maintaining relationshipswith equipment dealers, contractors, mining companies, construction firms,transport businesses, and other commercial clients requiring asset finance solutions.
- The consultant is responsible for generatingfinance applications, growing the customer base and contributingto the achievement of regional sales targets.
Responsibili ti es:
Business Development:
- Iden ti fy andpursue new business opportuni ti es within the assigned territory.
- Develop and implement sales strategies to increase marketpenetra ti on and revenuegrowth.
- Generate a consistent pipeline of qualified prospects.
- Conduct cold calling, networking, and client visits tosecure new business.
- A tt endindustry events, exhibi ti ons, andnetworking opportuni ti es topromote the company.
Rela ti onshipManagement:
- Establish and maintain strong rela ti onships with equipment suppliers, dealers, brokers, and referralpartners.
- Build long-term rela ti onships with clients to encourage repeat business.
- Act as the primary point of contact for prospec ti ve clients throughout the salesprocess.
- Maintain regular communica ti on with key stakeholders and strategic partners.
Sales and Finance Origina ti on:
- Present financing solu ti ons tailored to client requirements.
- Gather and assess client informa ti on required for finance applica ti ons.
- Liaise with the credit department to facilitate efficientdeal processing.
- Nego ti ateterms and structures within company guidelines.
- Ensure all sales opportuni ti es are progressed effec ti vely from lead generation to payout.
- Monitor compe ti or activity andmarket trends.
- Iden ti fyemerging opportuni ti eswithin the construc ti on,mining, transport, agricultural, and earth moving sectors.
- Provide market feedback and recommenda ti ons to management.
- Maintain an up-to-date understanding of industrydevelopments and customer needs.
Repor ti ng andAdministra ti on:
- Maintain accurate records of sales ac ti vi ti es and client interac ti onsusing CRM systems.
- Prepare weekly and monthly sales reports.
- Monitor pipeline performance and forecast future businessopportuni ti es.
- Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and submi tt ed ti meously.
Working Condi ti ons:
- Extensive travel throughout Gauteng.
- Frequent client visits and dealer engagements.
- Flexible working hours as required by business needs.
- Valid driver's license and own reliable vehicle required.
Requirements
Required Qualifica ti ons:
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- Relevant qualificationsin Business Management, Sales, Marketing, Finance, or a related field will be advantageous.
Required Experience:
- Minimum 2–5 years' experience in business development,sales, asset finance, commercial finance, banking, or equipment finance.
- Proven track record of achieving and exceeding salestargets.
- Experience within asset finance, commercial finance,construc ti on, mining,transport, or agricultural sectors will be advantageous.
- Exis ti ngindustry network within Gauteng is beneficial.
Key Skills:
- New business acquisi ti on
- Rela ti onshipmanagement
- Financial and commercial awareness
- Prospec t ing andlead generation
- CRM management
- Strategic planning
- Time management
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- New business generated monthly.
- Finance applica ti ons submi tt ed andapproved.
- Monthly and annual sales targets achieved.
- Number of new client rela ti onships established.
- Value of financed assets originated.
- Dealer and partner rela ti onship growth.
- Customer reten ti on and repeat business.
- Self-mo ti vatedand results driven.
- Strong networking and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent communica ti on and presenta ti on skills.
- Resilient and persistent.
- Ability to work independently.
- Commercially focused.
- Professional and client-centric approach.