Technical Business Development Manager

Gallagher; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the security industry, Gallagher, is seeking a Technical Business Development Manager to lead business growth across South Africa. This dynamic role involves managing key relationships and driving innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on strategic planning and customer-focused approaches.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses

Ongoing professional development

Flexible work-life balance

Global career pathway opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in B2B business development or sales, focusing on IT or security systems.
• Proven skills in relationship building and strategic planning.
• Strong understanding of the security or IT sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development plans to grow revenue and Gallagher's presence.
• Cultivate relationships with channel partners and clients.
• Drive new business opportunities and deliver innovative solutions.

Skills

Strategic planning

Technical sales

Market development

Project management

Negotiation

Communication

Customer-centric mindset

Solutions-focused approach

Education

Tertiary qualification in business, engineering, marketing, or a related field

Job description

Join to apply for the Technical Business Development Manager role at Gallagher1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Technical Business Development Manager role at GallagherOur purpose at Gallagher is 'Protect what matters most' and we live it every day, whether that's protecting the world's highest security environments or agricultural businesses, we care deeply about our people, their families, and our wider communities.Gallagher Security is on a mission to unlock more value for our customers through the power of our people and solutions.

Our culture is entrepreneurial in spirit, complex, challenging, and ever changing.

With operations in New Zealand, Australia, Asia, Africa, USA, Canada, the UK and Europe and exports to over countries, we're proud to be unlocking globally focused career paths for New Zealand based candidates.We're painting the future of what's possible.

Come join us.The OpportunityGallagher is looking for a dynamic and technically minded Technical Business Development Manager to join our Security team in South Africa.

You'll be at the forefront of growing our footprint across key verticals, managing channel relationships, and delivering innovative solutions that help protect people, businesses, and critical infrastructure.Reporting to the Sales Manager – Security South Africa, this is a unique opportunity to lead with influence in a fast-paced, future-focused industry.

If you're a relationship builder who loves solving problems, exploring new markets, and delivering high-value solutions - this role is for you.What You'll Be Doing : Lead the execution of business development plans to grow revenue and strengthen Gallagher's presence across South AfricaCultivate strategic relationships with channel partners, consultants, and end users - becoming their trusted advisorIdentify new business opportunities and drive penetration in key industry verticalsRetain and grow existing client relationships by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding solutions and supportCollaborate with internal technical, sales, and operational teams to deliver value-added proposals, tenders, and project outcomesDeliver accurate forecasts and activity tracking through CRM and reporting toolsStay on top of market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments to keep us ahead of the gameThe FitWe're looking for someone with a passion for building relationships, a strong understanding of the security or IT sector, and the drive to lead with integrity and innovation.

You'll be comfortable with technical sales conversations and ready to contribute to a high-performance culture focused on impact and results.5+ years' experience in B2B business development or sales (with a focus on IT or security systems)A tertiary qualification in business, engineering, marketing, or a related fieldProven skills in strategic planning, technical sales, and market developmentConfidence managing key client relationships and developing channel partner networksStrong project management, negotiation, and communication skillsA customer-centric mindset and a solutions-focused approach to problem solvingKnowledge of the security or IT industries and comfort engaging with consultants, engineers, and business leadersWhy Gallagher?At Gallagher, we're committed to a supportive, collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions truly matter.

You'll join a global company that's respected for quality, innovation, and integrity - and be empowered to make a difference every day.We also offer : Competitive salary and performance-based bonusesThe opportunity to work with world-class security solutions and technologiesA flexible, people-first environment that supports work-life balanceOngoing professional development and global career pathway opportunitiesA values-driven culture where your impact is recognisedBe part of a globally respected team committed to quality, integrity, and innovation.

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