Strategic BD Leader – Manufacturing (Hybrid, Durban)

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Hybrid work model

Performance incentives

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban seeks a Head of Business Development to lead strategy, identify opportunities, and drive revenue growth in a manufacturing environment. The role focuses on partnerships, negotiations, and market expansion to strengthen the company’s footprint in KwaZulu-Natal.

The successful candidate will bring 8+ years in BD/strategy, an appropriate degree (MBA preferred), and a proven ability to close major deals while collaborating with R&D, Sales and Operations. Hybrid work is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Admin, Engineering, Marketing or related field.
• MBA or related postgraduate qualification is highly desirable.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in business development, strategy, or a related senior management role, preferably within the manufacturing sector.
• Demonstrated success in identifying and closing significant business deals and strategic partnerships.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics, financial analysis, and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and pursue new business opportunities, market segments, and strategic partnerships within the manufacturing industry.
• Develop and implement comprehensive business development strategies aligned with the company’s objectives and growth targets.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, customer needs, and opportunities.
• Lead end-to-end BD process from lead generation to proposal development, negotiation, and deal closure.
• Build and maintain relationships with key industry players, potential clients, government bodies, and strategic partners.

Skills

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Relationship building

Market research

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Engineering degree

MBA

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing

Job description

Placements24 in Durban seeks a Head of Business Development to lead strategy, identify opportunities, and drive revenue growth in a manufacturing environment. The role focuses on partnerships, negotiations, and market expansion to strengthen the company’s footprint in KwaZulu-Natal.

The successful candidate will bring 8+ years in BD/strategy, an appropriate degree (MBA preferred), and a proven ability to close major deals while collaborating with R&D, Sales and Operations. Hybrid work is offered.