Job Description

, the Business Development Managerxe2x80x99s(BDM) expertise will be integral in driving profitable growth through business development, retention, cross-selling, and exploring new market opportunities by engaging in value-based selling, with a focus on delivering an exceptional customer experience.KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Develop and execute the business development strategy and action plans in consultation with the Sales Director.
• Target and engage with potential clients and strategic partners to expand customer base.
• Provide quarterly forecasts of expected growth.
• Pursue and achieve ambitious sales targets.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to align business developments efforts with product development and marketing efforts as well as ensuring the successful delivery of projects.
• Drive business development efforts by engaging with high level decision makers.
• Adopt a research-based and consultative approach to intimately understand the clientxe2x80x99s strategic goals, business and challenges.
• Nurture ongoing strategic client relationships to drive repeat business and revenue.
• Prepare and deliver compelling and impactful presentations and proposals.
• Support the broader sales team by providing training and enhancing their understanding of the company''s technology/solutions.
• Negotiate pricing and contract terms in consultation with the Sales Director.
• Prepare regular reports and insights on market trends, business development performance, competitor activity and potential opportunities.
• Leverage data-driven insights to adapt and refine business development strategies.
• Represent the Company at industry events, conferences and networking forums to enhance visibility and establish strategic relationships.
• Adopt a customer-centric approach throughout the business, ensuring exceptional customer experience satisfaction and loyalty.
• Lead and mentor direct reports fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and high performance as well as maintaining a positive work environment.

MINIMUM ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelorxe2x80x99s degree in business, marketing or related field

BUSINESS UNIT: JUMPSTART INTERACTIVE LOCATION: CAPE TOWN/JHB
BUSINESS DISCIPLINE: COMMERCIAL REPORTING TO: SALES DIRECTOR
ROLE PURPOSE
As a collaborative catalyst of Jumpstartxe2x80x99s growth and reporting to the Sales Director, the Business Development Managerxe2x80x99s(BDM) expertise will be integral in driving profitable growth through business development, retention, cross-selling, and exploring new market opportunities by engaging in value-based selling, with a focus on delivering an exceptional customer experience.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Develop and execute the business development strategy and action plans in consultation with the Sales Director.
• Target and engage with potential clients and strategic partners to expand customer base.
• Provide quarterly forecasts of expected growth.
• Pursue and achieve ambitious sales targets.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to align business developments efforts with product development and marketing efforts as well as ensuring the successful delivery of projects.
• Drive business development efforts by engaging with high level decision makers.
• Adopt a research-based and consultative approach to intimately understand the clientxe2x80x99s strategic goals, business and challenges.
• Nurture ongoing strategic client relationships to drive repeat business and revenue.
• Prepare and deliver compelling and impactful presentations and proposals.
• Support the broader sales team by providing training and enhancing their understanding of Jumpstartxe2x80x99s technology/solutions.
• Negotiate pricing and contract terms in consultation with the Sales Director.
• Prepare regular reports and insights on market trends, business development performance, competitor activity and potential opportunities.
• Leverage data-driven insights to adapt and refine business development strategies.
• Represent the Company at industry events, conferences and networking forums to enhance visibility and establish strategic relationships.
• Adopt a customer-centric approach throughout the business, ensuring exceptional customer experience satisfaction and loyalty.
• Lead and mentor direct reports fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and high performance as well as maintaining a positive work environment.

MINIMUM ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelorxe2x80x99s degree in business, marketing or related field
• Demonstrated relevant experience with a minimum of 6 years experience within the technology industry
• Strong network of contacts within the aid/BPO''s/Learning institutions/Debt Collection/National Tourist Operators/Automotive or similar sectors
• A proven track record of achieving or surpassing commercial targets with significant business impact in a solution-oriented business-to-business sales role
• Experience in managing strategic partnerships & complex sales cycles
• Proficiency in leveraging CRM systems, analytics tools &/or alternative technologies
• Strong leadership skills with experience in building & managing high-performing teams

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Strong commercial and technical acumen
• Exceptional written, verbal, and listening communication skills
• Strategic & analytical thinker with a data driven approach to decision-making
• Ability to influence key stakeholders at a strategic level
• Ability to work collaboratively within cross functional teams
• Impeccable negotiation and presentation skills
• Self-starter with the ability to thrive within a results-driven & high-pressured environment
• A proactive problem-solving aptitude
• Motivation to excel in a sales-driven environment Demonstrated relevant experience with a minimum of 6 years experience within the technology industry

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