New Business Growth Manager — Social Ads (Johannesburg)

Blue Robot; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social media advertising firm based in Johannesburg is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive new partnerships and business growth. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in sales or business development within digital marketing, with a strong grasp of the social advertising landscape. This full-time role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus commission

Flexi-time and hybrid working

Paid sabbatical after 5 years

Sales Enablement support

Contribution towards home internet

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in business development, sales, or account growth.
• Proven ability to open new business in a B2B environment.
• Strong understanding of the social advertising ecosystem.
• Knowledge of agency operations and pitching cycles.
• Confident presenter with strong commercial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage non-spending agencies and brands.
• Prospect and schedule meetings with decision-makers.
• Present the Pulse offering and demonstrate value.
• Build new relationships and guide toward campaign activation.
• Collaborate with teams to tailor proposals.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Digital marketing

Account growth

B2B relationships

Creative technology

Tools

CRM

Job description

A leading social media advertising firm based in Johannesburg is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive new partnerships and business growth. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in sales or business development within digital marketing, with a strong grasp of the social advertising landscape. This full-time role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and opportunities for career growth.