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Location: Kempton Park

Type: Permanent, Full Time

Published: 6 days ago

We are looking for an International Business Development Executive . Your role will be to seek new business opportunities by establishing and developing relationships with potential clients.

You will use your communication skills to cultivate strong relationships with clients, from first contact until you close the deal. You will also ensure proper after-sales service. We are looking for an ambitious, tenacious, proactive team player who we will rely on to partner with our marketing department to conduct market research and capitalize on our strategic business development plan. If you are motivated and results-driven, and enjoy working in a team environment, we’d like to meet you.

Ultimately, you will boost sales and contribute to our long-term business growth.

• Making over the phone international sales calls to potential clients in target markets.
• Collecting market information to analyze trends and identify business opportunities in UK, USA, Canada, and other markets.
• Providing information by answering questions and requests.
• Generating and qualifying leads as necessary to fill the sales pipeline.
• Utilizing leads lists and initiating outbound communication with qualified leads.
• Researching client needs, business trends, competition, and market dynamics.
• Offering the company services in the most presentable manner and educating prospective clients about the company services portfolio.
• Performing market research to identify new opportunities and engaging with executives to establish strategies for pursuing those new opportunities.
• Creating and improving proposals for our existing and new clients.
• Identifying and researching potential clients.
• Developing and maintaining client relationships.

• Excellent business writing and fluent English language proficiency.
• BCom / BSc/BA in Business, Sales, Marketing, or relevant field.
• Must have a matric (non-negotiable).
• At least 3 years of experience in sales and business development to international markets.
• Experience in a B2B firm (Product or service based) is preferred.
• High level of self-confidence, self-driven, results-oriented with a positive outlook, and a clear focus on high quality and business profit.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• A natural forward planner who critically assesses own performance.
• Mature, credible, and comfortable in dealing with senior executives of large companies.
• Empathic communicator, able to see things from the other person's point of view.

Market Related

Hours: Monday to Wednesday 10:00 to 21:00, Thursday 09:00 to 20:00, Friday 07:00 to 18:00

Our client, a respected player in the international defence industry, is looking for a driven and professional Business Development Engineer to support their global expansion. This is a permanent position ideally suited to a well-presented, articulate individual with strong interpersonal skills and a hunger for international exposure. You’ll be key in building high-level client relationships, identifying growth opportunities, and working with technical teams to craft bespoke solutions. Recent graduates with the right mindset and qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Research and analyse international markets to identify growth opportunities
• Initiate contact and schedule meetings with both local and foreign clients
• Attend industry events, conferences, and client engagements
• Build and maintain relationships with high-level stakeholders to understand and respond to their needs
• Collaborate with engineers to tailor products and solutions for various international clients
• Develop and present proposals, negotiate terms, and assist with contract preparation
• Coordinate with internal teams (technical, marketing, compliance) for smooth project execution
• Manage projects from planning through to delivery and post-delivery support
• Provide client feedback, ensure satisfaction, and identify areas for future collaboration
• Be willing to work flexibly, including outside standard hours due to international time zones

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in Engineering or a related field)
• Recent graduates are welcome; project or business management experience is advantageous
• Must be willing and able to travel internationally (valid passport required)
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Detail-oriented with good organisational and IT skills
• Own reliable transport
• Immediate availability is advantageous
• Must present professionally at all times

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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• Job function Business Development and Sales
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