Remote Business Development Manager

Placements24; Pretoria; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health benefits

Retirement planning assistance

Growth opportunities

Collaborative virtual culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an ambitious Remote Business Development Manager to lead growth initiatives from anywhere in South Africa. You will identify market opportunities, forge strategic partnerships, and drive revenue with remote collaboration and entrepreneurial spirit.

You will craft and execute BD strategies, manage key client relationships, and collaborate across teams to ensure smooth implementation of new initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or a related sales leadership role.
• Strong understanding of market analysis, competitive intelligence, and strategic planning.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute successful business development strategies in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in CRM software and business development tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, market trends, and potential partnerships.
• Develop and implement comprehensive business development strategies to achieve growth targets.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with strategic partners, key clients, and industry influencers.
• Negotiate and finalize partnership agreements, service level agreements, and commercial contracts.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful integration and execution of new business initiatives.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic decision-making.

Skills

Business Development

Strategic Partnerships

Negotiation

Remote work

CRM proficiency

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an ambitious and strategic Remote Business Development Manager to spearhead new growth initiatives. This is a fully remote position, empowering you to work from any location within South Africa. You will be instrumental in identifying new market opportunities, forging strategic partnerships, and driving revenue through innovative business development strategies. This role is perfect for a self-starter with a strong understanding of market dynamics and a proven ability to cultivate and manage key business relationships remotely, contributing to a forward-thinking company culture that embraces remote collaboration and entrepreneurial spirit.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, market trends, and potential partnerships.
• Develop and implement comprehensive business development strategies to achieve growth targets.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with strategic partners, key clients, and industry influencers.
• Negotiate and finalize partnership agreements, service level agreements, and commercial contracts.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful integration and execution of new business initiatives.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic decision-making.

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or a related sales leadership role.
• Strong understanding of market analysis, competitive intelligence, and strategic planning.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute successful business development strategies in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in CRM software and business development tools.
• A proactive, results-driven mindset with a passion for driving business growth.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility.
• Comprehensive health benefits and retirement planning assistance.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• A dynamic, innovative, and supportive virtual work environment.