967 Business Development jobs in South Africa

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Experienced with MINING, ENGINEERING or MANUFACTURING Sectors
TENDER Documentation & Submission experience - ESSENTIAL

* Minimum 8-10 Year's experience in SALES & MARKETING
* Willingness to Travel into Africa and Aboard
* Strong Background in SALES MANAGEMENT
* Proficient in CRM Tools, Microsoft Office & Digital Lead
Generation Platforms

Duties include:
* Sales Target Achievement
* New Business Acquisition
* Market Research & Analysis
* Developing growth strategies
* Identifying new business opportunities
* Maintaining Client Relationships
* Presentations/Pitches
* Proposal & Contract Management
* Experienced in TENDER Documentation & Submission -
Compulsory
* CLEAN CRIMINAL RECORD - will be verified

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WE ARE HIRING A BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

Ever opened a new bank account and got a weekend away? Spent on fashion and received a personal styling session? Picked up groceries and walked away with cinema tickets?

If so, you’ve probably experienced a TLC Worldwide campaign - without even knowing it.

At TLC, we help the world’s biggest brands drive customer acquisition, loyalty and engagement with emotionally engaging, experience-led rewards. From global banks to high street retailers, our programs are designed shift behaviour, boost ROI and build genuine brand love – at the fraction of the cost of discounting and cash offers. Backed by COSMOS, our all-in-one program platform, we deliver personalised campaigns at scale with live data, smart insights, and seamless customer journeys.

We’ve spent 30 years mastering what moves customers; combining deep consumer insight, a global network of 100,000+ rewards, and a unique ability to drive measurable ROI for brands.

We’re 400+ people strong, across 15 global hubs. A collective of marketers, creatives and strategists who care about doing great work - and having fun while we do it. We celebrate bold thinking, empower growth, and champion the kind of culture that helps people thrive.

Why Us?

We're not just any company – TLC’s team thrives on innovation, creativity, and bold ideas. You’ll be at the forefront of our expansion, shaping the future of our success - we’ll make sure you grow as fast as we do!

• Work with the world’s biggest brands to create amazing campaigns
• Competitive salary + uncapped commission structure!
• Collaborative and dynamic team culture –every win is celebrated
• Excellent learning & development opportunities
  
  

• Dynamic & collaborative team in a creative environment with exposure to global clients & colleagues - Check out our clients
• Weekly webinars to support your development through our People Academy
• Annual TLC Wellness Week and programmes throughout the year
• TLC Culture Club - including seasonal social events, tasty lunches & more
• TLC Gives Back - volunteering opportunities, including off site visits and volunteering leave
• TLC Rise - supporting and empowering women into leadership roles
• 'Frankies' - Our very own awards ceremony where we walk down the TLC red carpet in our best outfits
• TLC Owner's Club - Everyone that is part of the TLC experience contributes to our success, which is why we all own a piece of TLC as part of our share holder scheme
  
  

• Build and own your pipeline through outreach and networking
• Win high-value deals with global brands across key sectors
• Close tactical campaigns and strategic loyalty programs
• Lead senior-level client conversations and pitches
• Apply proven strategies to unlock market growth
• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver tailored, data-driven proposals
• Grow accounts through upsell and long-term partnerships
• Thrive independently in a fast-paced, scale-up environment
• Own your performance, report on pipeline, forecasts, and targets
  
  

• Proven closer of 6–7 figure deals
• Expert in outbound sales and pipeline growth
• Commercially sharp with loyalty & retention know-how
• Confident with senior stakeholders and C-suite
• Entrepreneurial, proactive, and target-driven
• Owns pipeline and delivers results
• Consultative, curious, and solutions-focused
• Team player who thrives in cross-functional pitches
• Performs under pressure in fast-paced environments
• Ambitious, impact-driven, and growth-minded
  
  

• Seniority level Director

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Business Development and Sales
• Industries Advertising Services

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SprintHive is offering the right candidate an exciting opportunity to join

a fast-growing South African fintech that enables seamless customer onboarding

services that drive conversion rates, prevent fraud, reduce risk, and cut

costs. You’ll be surrounded by smart people who are passionate about building

effective SaaS solutions for our clients and believe that world-class support

is critical to customer success.

We are looking for a Business Development Manager with a

strong track record in selling SaaS solutions and a technical background. The

ideal candidate will already be well-networked in the financial services,

insurance, retail, and gaming industries, with proven experience developing

relationships up to executive and board level. Applications that do not meet

these criteria will not be considered.

Requirements:

• 10+

years’ experience in business development, including lead generation,

senior management engagement, and board-level relationship building

• Proven

success in selling SaaS/technology solutions

• Strong

technical understanding to engage with clients on solution design and

value

connections within financial services, insurance, retail, and gaming in

South Africa and surrounding markets (not broader Africa)

• Exceptional

interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills

• Strategic

thinker with the ability to identify opportunities and advance them to

Proof of Concept (PoC)

• Professional,

highly organized, detail-oriented, and results-driven

Responsibilities:

• Drive

digital transformation through meaningful engagement with C-level

executives and IT leaders

• Prospect,

develop, and manage a strong customer base in key industries

• Create

and execute action sales plans and deliver on revenue targets

• Lead

complex sales cycles, including proposals, RFIs, and RFPs

• Build

strong, long-term relationships across all levels of client organizations

• Develop

and present solutions and business cases tailored to client needs

• Produce

accurate forecasts and monthly sales reports

Location: Johannesburg-based, hybrid role with travel mainly

• within South Africa.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Business Development and Sales
• Industries Software Development

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About ProProcess Engineering

ProProcess, located in Gauteng, South Africa, is a specialist company that offers modular process solutions to the capital equipment market. We are dedicated to delivering innovative, high-quality modular solutions to our clients across various industries.As part of our commitment to exceptional customer service and ongoing support, we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team.

The Position

The Business Development Engineer supports the Key Account Manager – New Business by fostering long-term client relationships within the Engineering & Equipment sector. This role involves engaging with clients’ technical teams to develop tailored solutions that enhance tender success rates. Internally, the engineer contributes to strategic sales and revenue initiatives and ensures accurate record-keeping through diligent use of the company’s CRM system. The position is key to driving sales volume and profitability through technical insight, client engagement, and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with excellent time-management and problem-solving abilities who thrives in fast-paced team environments.

Responsibilities:

Business Development support on technical engagements and assist with crafting innovative and unique client solutions
Promoting ProProcess technical capability in the market, interacting with industry leaders, and showcasing the Groups key capabilities at industry events
Market research and new product / solution identifications
Support Business Development team on internal projects to investigate and develop new markets
Technology screening, concept development and participation in feasibility studies
Innovation & continuous improvement targeted at the customer engagement journey

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field – preference for Chemical Engineering
2-3 years' experience in crafting technical solutions in the Mining Sector - Downstream Metals Processing
Excellent written and verbal communications
Advanced skillset in time management and task prioritization
Passion for exploring technological developments in given sector
Ability to lead or work as part of team in conducting research on select technical topics
Ability to multitask and identify opportunities for process improvement

Our client is seeking a result driven Business Development Executive who understands the local market / networking opportunities and can build relationships with clients; based in East London.

Successful candidate will be required to grow market share by gaining Profitable New Commercial & Individual lines accounts.

Minimum Requirements : -

• Matric
• Level 4 FETC Short-term Insurance Qualification
• Passed THE FAIS Regulatory Exams
• Higher Certificate in Insurance
• Post Matric qualification is advantageous (B.Comm Risk / Accounting, BBA)
• Minimum 7+ years’ short-term insurance within a commercial / personal lines sales and service capacity in a broking environment
• qualified to at least Higher Certificate in Insurance Level
• Experience writing medium to large commercial / personal lines accounts
• Successful new business acquisitions
• Experience in customer liaison; building and maintaining relationships
• Experience working in a Brokerage is advantageous

Career Area:

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

About Electric Power Division
Caterpillar's Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our various commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of customer applications across the globe, including providing prime and back-up power to hospitals, providing emergency power when natural disasters strike, and supporting critical infrastructure for data centers, municipalities, and more. With a rich history of more than 95 years in the electric power business, our team has world-class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands. We’re committed to providing sustainable and reliable solutions to our customers.

Join our team to help build a better, more sustainable world for future generations!

Role Definition
We have an opportunity for a Business Development Manager in South Africa. The position is responsible for overseeing and delivering all sales and integrated customer offerings to customers in the Africa and Middle East territories. As a Business Development Manager, you will lead and manage dealer relationships to market the company’s products and services and develop dealer sales capability for the diesel and gas gen-set market in Africa Middle East. You will be responsible for planning, setting, and achieving the Business Plan while driving overall sales and Go-To-Market strategies to promote the company’s products and services

What You Will Do:

• Understanding of business model and acting within the business process guidance on review and approval for variance programs and commercial actions.

• Designing and assisting dealers on the forecast, sales/rental/used strategy planning, and sales techniques, supporting the rollout of new products.

• Performing regular sales performance reviews with dealers and ensuring implementation of corrective actions where needed.

• Leading the selling opportunities identification, customer satisfaction improvement and business relationship enhancement.

• Assessing dealers’ technical and soft skills capabilities and proposing training plans accordingly.

• Ensuring rigour and accurate data input in CRM system leading to meaningful reports.

• Preparing and leading regular Business Reviews with dealers and internal management teams.

What You Will Have:

• Customer Focus: Knowledge of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and ability to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.

• Industry Knowledge: Knowledge of the organization's industry group, trends, directions, major issues, regulatory considerations, and trendsetters; ability to apply industry knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
  specific publications.

• Value Selling: Knowledge of the principles and practices for selling products, technology and services; ability to provide overall product/service 'value' and to differentiate support offerings that address clearly understood customer needs.

• Effective Communication : Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication.

• Negotiating: Knowledge of successful negotiation concepts and techniques; ability to negotiate successfully across the organization and with external vendors and clients in a constructive and collaborative manner.

• Relationship Management: Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers.

Top Candidates Also Have:

• Experience in Diesel and Gas Power Generators sales, Data Centers, parts and services, knowledge of Salesforce or similar CRM systems; Degree in Mechanical / Electrical engineering

• Proven experience (7 years minimum) In a similar role

• A completed university degree in engineering (Electrical or Mechanical), or related field.

• Must be proficient in English. Arabic or French is a plus.

Additional Information:

• The role requires up to 35% of travel within the EAME region

• Onsite.

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions. Caterpillar commits itself to the realization of employment equity goals as envisaged in the South-African Employment Equity Act and policies relating to workplace equality. Caterpillar is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.

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NB: The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

How We Support You (Employee Benefits):

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits along with the potential of a variable bonus and additional benefits.

We value authenticity and encourage candidates to submit original, personally crafted responses throughout our hiring process. Use of AI-generated content may disadvantage your application.

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Teleresources is looking for a dynamic and impactful Business Development Manager to join the team in Johannesburg.

Inherent Requirements :

• Matric
• Diploma or equivalent qualification, supported by relevant experience and industry-specific knowledge.
• Minimum 10 years' experience with a proven successful track record in sales and/or the e-Commerce industry.
• At least 5 years of management experience with full accountability for business profitability, budget ownership, and delivering bottom-line results.
• Proven experience in presenting solutions to clients from presentation to project delivery (full cycle).
• Proven track record of acquiring new business and growing existing business.
• Good knowledge of Labour Relations Act (LRA) and Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA).
• Financial acumen - essential
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Computer literacy (MS Office)
• A valid drivers' license and own reliable vehicle - essential

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Facilitate strategic sales and operational planning and execute accordingly.
• Act as custodian of the business brand, ensuring positioning aligns with growth objectives.
• Ensure effective and above-average customer service.
• Conduct presentations at board level to secure contracts and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Monitor and evaluate strategic planning, focusing on gross profit and performance metrics.
• Develop existing client relationships and expand services.
• Network and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage client relationships internally and externally.
• Achieve business budgets aligned with net profit goals.
• Develop and lead a high-performance team by setting clear key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Drive business development and marketing of RecruitCo services within the region.
• Ensure quality assurance and compliance.
• Manage administration, finance, and reporting effectively.
• Research each client prior to sourcing skills.
• Build and maintain a strong client database through networking.
• Utilize market and competitor analysis to refine brand strategy.

Ideal Characteristic Traits :

• Ambitious
• Analytical
• Solutions and deadline driven
• Confident
• Assertive
• Self-motivated
• Honest and sincere
• Committed and loyal to the company, colleagues, and clients

Working Hours : 08h00 to 17h00 (Monday to Friday), with overtime as required.

If you meet the above requirements and are interested, please send your latest CV and a letter of motivation to (Applicants to use reference BDM#1).

We are looking for a talented Business Development Manager who will be responsible for driving growth and identifying new opportunities for our business.A role where you will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities and building relationships.If this is you, then go ahead and apply for this post.Requirements : Grade 12 or equivalent NQF qualification.5 years experience.MS Excel.

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Strong planning and organising abilities.Ability to work well under pressure.

Development Manager • Johannesburg, Gauteng

The Business Development Executive will be responsible for driving business growth by identifying new sales leads, managing client relationships, and promoting the company's comprehensive range of security technology solutions. This role requires a proactive individual with a deep understanding of the security technology industry and a proven track record in sales and business development.

Please note that technical experience in the product is not required, and it will be taught

Key Responsibilities :

Market Research and Lead Generation :

Identify potential clients and markets for the company's products and services.

Analyse market trends to develop strategies for reaching new customers.

Client Relationship Management :

Establish and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.

Understand client needs and propose tailored solutions from the company's offerings.

Sales and Revenue Growth :

Achieve sales targets and contribute to the company's revenue objectives.

Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals.

Work closely with the research and development team to align products with market demands.

Coordinate with marketing to develop strategies that drive business growth.

Reporting :

Provide regular reports on sales activities, pipeline status, and forecasts to senior management.

Qualifications and Skills :

Education :

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

Experience :

Minimum of 5 years in business development or sales, preferably in the security technology sector.

Skills :

Strong understanding of security technology solutions.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Personal Attributes :

Self-motivated with a results-driven approach.

Adaptable to a fast-paced and evolving industry.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits :

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.