Remote E-commerce Business Development Manager

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement fund

Paid time off

Professional development

Performance-based bonus

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote E-commerce Business Development Manager to identify and capitalize on new growth opportunities for our online ventures from anywhere in South Africa.

You will forge new partnerships, explore market segments, and drive revenue through innovative e-commerce strategies, collaborating with marketing, sales, and product teams to achieve targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
• MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years in business development, strategic partnerships, or sales with a focus on e-commerce.
• Proven track record of identifying, negotiating, and closing new business opportunities.
• Strong understanding of the e-commerce ecosystem, including online marketplaces, digital marketing, and payment gateways.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the e-commerce sector, including partnerships, affiliate programs, and market expansion initiatives.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, threats, and untapped revenue streams.
• Develop and execute strategic business development plans to achieve revenue and growth targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with partners, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with new and existing partners.
• Analyze performance metrics of new initiatives and partnerships, adjusting as needed to optimize results.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and product teams to align BD efforts with strategy.
• Present business proposals and strategies to senior management and potential partners.
• Stay informed about latest developments in the e-commerce industry.
• Contribute to strategic direction and growth of the e-commerce business.

Skills

Strategic partnerships

E-commerce

Negotiation

Market analysis

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or related field

MBA

Tools

CRM software

Market research tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a strategic and results-oriented Remote E-commerce Business Development Manager to identify and capitalize on new growth opportunities for their online ventures. This is a fully remote position, enabling you to contribute to our client's expansion from anywhere in South Africa. You will be instrumental in forging new partnerships, exploring new market segments, and driving revenue growth through innovative e-commerce strategies. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of the e-commerce landscape, strong negotiation skills, and a proven ability to identify and develop profitable business relationships. You will be responsible for market analysis, strategy development, and the execution of initiatives that enhance our client's competitive position and market share. We are looking for a proactive, entrepreneurial individual with a passion for driving business growth in the digital space.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the e-commerce sector, including strategic partnerships, affiliate programs, and market expansion initiatives.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends, potential threats, and untapped revenue streams.
• Develop and execute strategic business development plans to achieve company revenue and growth targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key partners, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Negotiate and manage contracts and agreements with new and existing business partners.
• Analyze performance metrics of new initiatives and partnerships, making adjustments as needed to optimize results.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and product teams to ensure alignment of business development efforts with overall company strategy.
• Present business proposals and strategies to senior management and potential partners.
• Stay informed about the latest developments and innovations in the e-commerce industry.
• Contribute to the overall strategic direction and growth of the e-commerce business.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
• MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or sales, with a significant focus on e-commerce.
• Proven track record of successfully identifying, negotiating, and closing new business opportunities.
• Strong understanding of the e-commerce ecosystem, including online marketplaces, digital marketing, and payment gateways.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage a remote workload effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Proficiency in CRM software and other business development tools.
• Experience with market analysis and strategy development.

Benefits

• This role offers a competitive annual salary ranging from R to R , commensurate with experience and proven success in business development.
• Comprehensive medical aid and a generous retirement fund are provided.
• Employees benefit from significant paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.
• Opportunities for professional development, including attendance at industry conferences and executive training programs, are supported.
• A performance-based bonus structure is in place.
• As a fully remote position, it offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to work from your preferred location, potentially near Upington, Northern Cape, ZA , or anywhere in South Africa.
• This is an excellent opportunity to drive significant impact in a remote capacity.