Telecom Business Development Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Fully remote

Health & retirement

Car allowance and travel

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Telecom Business Development Manager to drive growth and expand market share in the Sandton telecoms market. You will identify new business opportunities, forge partnerships, and develop innovative solutions with key clients and stakeholders across Gauteng and beyond.

The role demands a proven track record in strategic sales within telecommunications, strong negotiation and presentation skills, and the ability to execute complex sales strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in business development or strategic sales within the telecommunications industry.
• Proven track record of exceeding business development targets.
• Strong understanding of current telecom technologies and market dynamics.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to develop and execute complex sales strategies.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and revenue streams within the telecom market.
• Develop and implement strategic business development plans to achieve company objectives.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with key clients, partners, and industry influencers.
• Negotiate and close high-value contracts and partnerships.
• Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and customer needs to inform strategy.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to align offerings with market demands.

Skills

Strategic sales

Negotiation

Relationship building

Communication

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic Telecom Business Development Manager to drive growth and expand market share in the vibrant Sandton business hub. This role focuses on identifying new business opportunities, forging strategic partnerships, and developing innovative solutions within the telecoms sector. You will leverage your industry expertise and sales acumen to cultivate relationships with key clients and stakeholders across Gauteng and beyond. This is a key leadership position for a proactive and results-oriented individual.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and revenue streams within the telecom market.
• Develop and implement strategic business development plans to achieve company objectives.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with key clients, partners, and industry influencers.
• Negotiate and close high-value contracts and partnerships.
• Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and customer needs to inform strategy.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to align offerings with market demands.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in business development or strategic sales within the telecommunications industry .
• Proven track record of exceeding business development targets.
• Strong understanding of current telecom technologies and market dynamics.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to develop and execute complex sales strategies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with an uncapped commission structure.
• Fully remote work environment, offering significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and life insurance benefits.
• Car allowance and travel expenses covered.
• Significant career growth potential in the fast-paced telecom sector .