Business Development Manager
Manpower SA · CPT - CBD
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Are you an experienced Business Development Manager or Technical Sales professional within the water pump, wastewater pump or pumping industry seeking a new opportunity with a growing company?
An exciting opportunity is available for a commercially driven professional to grow business across key infrastructure and industrial markets within the Western Cape .
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new opportunities, managing strategic relationships and providing customers and channel partners with technically suitable pumping solutions. Duties & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Drive revenue growth across assigned market segments and product solutions
- Identify and develop new business opportunities within the water pump and wastewater pump market
- Build and maintain relationships with engineering consultants, contractors, developers
- Develop business through direct sales as well as appointed dealers and distribution partners
- Provide ongoing technical and commercial support to dealers and customers
- Identify project opportunities and engage with stakeholders from specification through to delivery
- Work with internal technical teams to recommend suitable equipment based on customer and project requirements
- Implement agreed sales and marketing initiatives to grow market share
- Monitor pricing and commercial activity within the assigned territory
- Manage customer relationships and ensure accurate CRM records and sales activity tracking
- Develop account and territory plans to support future sales growth
- Assist with resolving customer or dealer issues and maintaining strong channel relationships
- Travel regularly to customers, projects, dealers and industry stakeholders
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum 3 years' experience in technical sales, business development or commercial roles within a technical equipment environment
- Experience in pumps, wastewater pumps, water pumps industry is highly advantageous
- Technical qualification or relevant engineering degree preferred
- Experience working with engineering consultants, construction companies, developers advantageous
- Strong commercial and technical understanding with the ability to discuss solutions with customers
- Experience working with CRM, sales reporting or business intelligence systems
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
- Excellent English communication and presentation skills
- Strong negotiation, planning and problem-solving abilities
- Self-motivated, target-driven and comfortable working independently
- Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel frequently
- Must reside in the Western Cape.
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Package & Remuneration
Annually