Business Development Manager
26/05/22
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Key Information
Province
Western Cape
Industry
Express
Employment Type
Full Time
Seniority Level
Manager
Years of Experience
5
Education
Matric
Salary
Market Related
Minimum Requirements
Matric or Senior Certification equivalent.
MS Office Suite (especially Excel).
Minimum of 5 years Sales experience, preferably from the Logistics Industry.
Excellent client orientation.
Excellent negotiation skills.
The ability to generate sales leads and close deals.
Communication skills.
Time management skills.
Ability to work under pressure.
Target driven.
Job Overview
Drive new business growth through prospecting, lead generation, client qualification, and successful deal closure within the courier and logistics industry.
Prepare tenders, reports, presentations, and customer pricing proposals in line with operational and commercial requirements.
Analyse customer requirements and recommend suitable courier and distribution solutions to secure new business opportunities.
Generate and follow up on qualified leads while maintaining an active and up-to-date sales pipeline.
Build, maintain, and strengthen long-term client relationships through professional service and ongoing customer engagement.
Provide after-sales support, attend to customer queries, and ensure consistent follow-up on pending opportunities.
Achieve and exceed monthly sales and product targets through effective sales planning and execution.
Submit weekly activity reports, sales statistics, and pipeline updates to management for performance tracking.
Manage all relevant sales administration processes, including commission documentation and reporting requirements.
Maintain strong product and market knowledge while staying informed on competitor services and industry trends.
Ensure effective communication and collaboration between sales teams, management, and internal support departments to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
Assist with additional operational and administrative duties as required in line with business needs and operational demands.
