Remote Business Growth Strategist

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full remote work flexibility

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote Business Development Specialist to identify new markets and opportunities. You will initiate contact with prospective clients, develop winning proposals, and foster strategic alliances from a remote, flexible setup.

You will work independently with CRM and digital tools to expand revenue streams, measure pipeline progress, and contribute to go-to-market strategies while achieving personal and team targets.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development and securing new opportunities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong networking, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple remote projects.
• Proficiency with CRM software and digital sales tools.
• Ability to conduct thorough market research and analysis.
• Strategic mindset with a results-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential markets, industries, and partnership opportunities.
• Initiate contact with prospective clients through remote channels (email, phone, social media).
• Develop and present proposals to win new business and strategic alliances.
• Nurture relationships with potential clients and partners through the sales cycle.
• Collaborate with internal teams to tailor solutions meeting client needs.
• Track and report on activities, pipeline progression, and outcomes.
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitive landscapes.
• Support go-to-market strategy development for new offerings.
• Meet or exceed individual and team business development targets.

Skills

Business development

Communication

Networking

Negotiation

Remote work

CRM software

Market research

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote Business Development Specialist to identify new markets and opportunities. You will initiate contact with prospective clients, develop winning proposals, and foster strategic alliances from a remote, flexible setup.

You will work independently with CRM and digital tools to expand revenue streams, measure pipeline progress, and contribute to go-to-market strategies while achieving personal and team targets.