Remote Catering Growth Lead: Strategy & Partnerships

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission structure

Performance bonuses

Remote-friendly

Comprehensive benefits

Autonomy in role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Catering Business Development Lead to drive growth across markets with emphasis on Gauteng. The role demands strategic thinking, strong sales skills, and the ability to forge partnerships while leading and mentoring a growing team.

You will identify opportunities, develop sales strategies, and lead proposals and negotiations to expand market share and revenue in a fully remote setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in business development or sales leadership.
• Proven ability to close significant deals and hit revenue targets.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytics and problem-solving.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Remote work experience and Gauteng market knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development strategies to drive revenue growth.
• Identify and cultivate new opportunities via market research, networking, and lead generation.
• Establish strategic partnerships with stakeholders, vendors, and complementary businesses.
• Develop and deliver proposals and presentations to clients and partners.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Analyze market trends, competitors and customer feedback.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales and operations for cohesive execution.
• Negotiate and finalize contracts on favorable terms.
• Mentor junior staff as the team grows.
• Represent the company at industry events virtually or in-person.

Skills

Business development

Sales leadership

Strategic partnerships

Negotiation

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing

Tools

CRM software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Catering Business Development Lead to drive growth across markets with emphasis on Gauteng. The role demands strategic thinking, strong sales skills, and the ability to forge partnerships while leading and mentoring a growing team.

You will identify opportunities, develop sales strategies, and lead proposals and negotiations to expand market share and revenue in a fully remote setting.