New Business Development Specialist (Warehouse)

Ad Hoc Client; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established logistics company in Cape Town is hiring for a sales position focused on developing new business opportunities in warehousing. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience, strong sales skills, and the ability to build client relationships. Fluency in Afrikaans and English is advantageous. This role requires a motivated individual who can work under pressure and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience in a similar role in a warehouse environment.
• Fluency in Afrikaans and English (verbal and written) will be an advantage.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop profitable new business opportunities for warehousing related services.
• Build a database of potential clients.
• Maintain and grow existing business by cross-selling opportunities.

Skills

Sales approach

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Negotiation skills

Education

Grade 12 and relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

MacDonald's Transport and Warehousing

A well‑established, fast‑growing group of companies with an equal‑opportunity policy is hiring in Cape Town.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Identify and develop profitable new business opportunities for warehousing related services.
• Develop new sales leads and build a database of potential clients.
• Maintain and grow existing business by cross‑selling opportunities.
• Develop strong client relationships to enhance and increase sales potential.
• Keep up‑to‑date sales records for all existing and prospective accounts on company IT systems.
• Prepare detailed and professional written proposals and quotations where applicable.
• Follow a professional sales approach at all times.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Friendly and service‑oriented attitude.
• Grade 12 and a relevant tertiary qualification.
• Advanced computer literacy with strong Excel skills.
• Three years of relevant experience in a similar role in a warehouse environment.
• Fluency in Afrikaans and English (verbal and written) will be an advantage.
• Business writing skills.
• Confident communicator both over the phone and in writing.
• Strong sales approach including negotiating, handling objections, and closing a deal.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to travel.