Remote Catering Development Manager

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive annual salary with uncaped

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Home office equipment allowance

Opportunity to influence growth

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Remote Catering Development Manager to drive growth by identifying new markets and building strategic partnerships in the catering sector.

This remote role emphasizes developing proposals, coordinating with culinary and operations teams, and delivering customized solutions to meet client needs while achieving targets.

The position offers fully remote work, a competitive salary with uncapped commission potential, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development, sales, or account management in catering/hospitality/events.
• Exceptional networking, communication, and negotiation skills to build client relationships remotely.
• Strategic, data-driven mindset for identifying market opportunities.
• Experience delivering compelling sales presentations and proposals.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and meet targets remotely.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for catering business development and market expansion.
• Identify and pursue new business leads through networking, research, and outreach initiatives.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, event planners, and venue managers.
• Design customized catering proposals and presentations tailored to prospective clients' needs.
• Collaborate with the culinary and operations teams to ensure service offerings align with market demands.
• Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify growth opportunities and inform strategic decisions.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Remote client relations

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and results-driven Remote Catering Development Manager to expand their market presence and cultivate new business opportunities within the catering sector. This pivotal role involves identifying target markets, building relationships with potential clients, and developing innovative catering solutions to meet evolving market demands. You will operate remotely, leveraging digital tools and communication strategies to drive growth and establish strong partnerships. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to shape the future of our client's catering services from a remote-first perspective, focusing on strategic expansion and client acquisition.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for catering business development and market expansion.
• Identify and pursue new business leads through networking, research, and outreach initiatives.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, event planners, and venue managers.
• Design customized catering proposals and presentations tailored to prospective clients' needs.
• Collaborate with the culinary and operations teams to ensure service offerings align with market demands.
• Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify growth opportunities and inform strategic decisions.

Requirements

• Proven track record in business development, sales, or account management within the catering, hospitality, or events industry.
• Exceptional networking, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships remotely.
• Strategic thinking and a data-driven approach to identifying market opportunities.
• Experience in developing and delivering compelling sales presentations and proposals.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and achieve targets in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with uncapped commission potential.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits package.
• Allowance for home office equipment and professional development.
• Opportunity to significantly influence and grow a catering business.