Regional BD Lead - Recycling & Glass Growth

Isilumko Staffing; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Isilumko Staffing is seeking a Business Development Officer to join a Western Cape team in the environmental services sector. The role focuses on identifying new business opportunities and growing recycling volumes across the region.

You will build relationships with suppliers, customers and stakeholders, travel within the Western Cape, and drive market growth through proactive account management. Applicants should have 3–5 years in BD or related fields, with a relevant diploma or degree, and a

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience in business development, sales, or account management.
• Experience in recycling or environmental services is advantageous.
• Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within recycling and environmental services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and stakeholders.
• Grow recycling volumes across the Western Cape territory.
• Identify opportunities for new recycling infrastructure and collection points.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities.
• Analyse performance and provide regular feedback and reports.
• Conduct client and stakeholder visits and support account management.
• Collaborate with internal teams to implement BD initiatives.
• Manage a pipeline from engagement to implementation.
• Represent the organisation at industry events and engagements.
• Travel within the Western Cape as required.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Account management

Stakeholder management

Relationship building

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation skills

Analytical abilities

Travel readiness

Education

Diploma or Degree in Business Management

Related Marketing or Environment Management degree

Job description

Isilumko Staffing is seeking a Business Development Officer to join a Western Cape team in the environmental services sector. The role focuses on identifying new business opportunities and growing recycling volumes across the region.

You will build relationships with suppliers, customers and stakeholders, travel within the Western Cape, and drive market growth through proactive account management. Applicants should have 3–5 years in BD or related fields, with a relevant diploma or degree, and a