Senior BizDev Leader: Strategic Growth & Partnerships

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

International travel

Executive coaching

Leadership development

Autonomy

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking an experienced Senior Business Development Manager to lead the client’s sales efforts and identify major new opportunities. You will forge strategic partnerships, drive revenue growth, and leverage an extensive network to position our client as a market leader with autonomy and opportunities for professional development.

The role requires strategic thinking, enterprise selling experience, and the ability to work cross-functionally with marketing, product, and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in business development or senior sales roles.
• Proven success in closing large, complex enterprise deals.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and strategic planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive business development strategies to expand market share and revenue.
• Identify, qualify, and cultivate high-value leads and strategic partnership opportunities.
• Lead negotiations for major contracts and agreements, ensuring mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, decision-makers, and industry influencers.
• Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and customer needs to inform strategic planning.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery and integration of solutions for new clients.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Strategic planning

Go-To-Market strategy

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking an experienced Senior Business Development Manager to lead the client’s sales efforts and identify major new opportunities. You will forge strategic partnerships, drive revenue growth, and leverage an extensive network to position our client as a market leader with autonomy and opportunities for professional development.

The role requires strategic thinking, enterprise selling experience, and the ability to work cross-functionally with marketing, product, and