Strategic Growth Director - North West Industrial Chemicals

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + commission

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Relocation assistance

Autonomy

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Director of Business Development to lead expansion in the North West region from Klerksdorp. The role focuses on identifying opportunities, forging strategic alliances, and driving revenue growth across a diversified industrial chemicals portfolio.

The candidate will travel extensively within the North West and beyond, collaborating with sales, marketing, and technical teams to shape go-to-market strategies and achieve ambitious targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• 8-10 years of progressive experience in business development, sales management, or strategic account management within industrial chemicals or related manufacturing industries.
• Demonstrated success in identifying and securing new business opportunities and forging strategic alliances.
• Strong understanding of chemical products, their applications, and market dynamics.
• Willingness to travel frequently within the North West province and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and strategic partnerships in the industrial chemicals sector.
• Develop and implement business development strategies to hit revenue targets.
• Build relationships with key clients, distributors, and stakeholders in Klerksdorp and nearby areas.
• Negotiate and close complex sales and partnership agreements.
• Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing and technical teams on go-to-market strategies.
• Manage the business development budget and resources.
• Represent the company at industry events and conferences.

Skills

Negotiation

Strategic planning

Relationship building

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Business Administration

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Director of Business Development to lead expansion in the North West region from Klerksdorp. The role focuses on identifying opportunities, forging strategic alliances, and driving revenue growth across a diversified industrial chemicals portfolio.

The candidate will travel extensively within the North West and beyond, collaborating with sales, marketing, and technical teams to shape go-to-market strategies and achieve ambitious targets.