Senior Business Development Manager

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

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and strategic Senior Business Development Manager to lead sales efforts in the vibrant market of Centurion . This senior position is responsible for identifying and securing major new business opportunities, forging strategic partnerships, and driving significant revenue growth. You will leverage your extensive network and deep market understanding to position our client as a leader in their sector. This role demands a proactive approach, exceptional strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate complex business environments, offering a rewarding career path with significant impact.

Key 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.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in business development or senior sales roles.
• Proven success in closing large, complex deals within the enterprise sector.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and strategic planning skills.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics and experience in developing successful Go-To-Market strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to build and manage high-level client relationships.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package with substantial performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for international travel and professional networking.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Access to executive coaching and leadership development programs.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment with significant autonomy.