Business Development Manager – Batteries & Automot
Job Placements · Kensington
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- Develop and execute sales and business growth strategies.
- Identify new customers, markets, products and distribution opportunities.
- Source and manage local and international suppliers.
- Develop strategic partnerships and distribution channels.
- Grow sales across mining, fleet, commercial vehicles, workshops, fitment centres, parts retailers and industrial/B2B markets.
- Provide technical product support and customer/sales training.
- Monitor market trends, competitors and emerging technologies.
Minimum Requirements
- 3 years or more experience in business development / sales within the automotive batteries or electrical aftermarket.
- Strong technical knowledge of batteries, charging systems, starter motors, alternators, lighting and automotive electrical products.
- Experience sourcing products from local and international suppliers.
- Established network of customers, distributors and suppliers.
- Strong negotiation, communication and relationship-building skills.
- Commercially driven with proven business development ability.
- Valid drivers licence and willingness to travel nationally.
Ideal Candidate
- Self-motivated, results-driven and commercially astute.
- Strong technical and sales capability.
- Proactive in developing new business and supplier relationships.
- Confident engaging customers and stakeholders at all levels.
- Focused on sustainable, profitable growth.
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