Senior Sports Business Development Manager | Hybrid (Sandton)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Hybrid work model

Annual leave

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng, seeks a seasoned Sports Business Development Manager to identify opportunities, forge partnerships, and drive revenue growth in the South African sports market. The role combines strategic planning with hands-on deal making, with on-site collaboration at the Sandton office and periodic remote work.

You will conduct market research, lead generation, and negotiations to close contracts and sponsorships, working with marketing, sales, and legal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field.
• MBA is a plus.
• Proven track record in identifying opportunities and closing deals in sports.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and partnerships in sports.
• Develop and implement business development strategies to drive revenue growth.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Lead negotiations and close deals for contracts and sponsorships.
• Develop compelling proposals and presentations.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and legal teams for deal execution.
• Represent the organization at industry events and networking functions.
• Monitor BD activities, pipeline, and KPIs.
• Stay updated on sports business trends and innovations.

Skills

Negotiation

Lead generation

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Presentation skills

CRM software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

MBA

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng, seeks a seasoned Sports Business Development Manager to identify opportunities, forge partnerships, and drive revenue growth in the South African sports market. The role combines strategic planning with hands-on deal making, with on-site collaboration at the Sandton office and periodic remote work.

You will conduct market research, lead generation, and negotiations to close contracts and sponsorships, working with marketing, sales, and legal teams.