Minimum Requirements:

• Matric and relevant tertiary qualification
• 3 - 5 years of business development and sales experience in the manufacturing sector, including technical sales, account management, or related roles.
• Proven success in acquiring new manufacturing clients and driving revenue growth in sub-sectors such as food processing, automotive production, chemical production, and general industrial manufacturing
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, operational requirements, and vendor workflows.
• Ability to develop and implement action plans to meet targets and business objectives.
• Strong negotiation, networking, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in developing pipelines, nurturing leads, and converting opportunities into long-term partnerships.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, LinkedIn, and other social media platforms.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transport and the ability to travel for client visits and industry events

Duties and Responsibilities:

Market and Sector Expertise:

• Gain in-depth knowledge of client operations, including manufacturing processes, machinery needs, and staffing challenges.
• Stay informed on industry trends, technological advancements, labor requirements, and compliance standards.
• Provide clients with insights into workforce trends, skills shortages, and industry benchmarks.

Client Development and Sales:

• Develop and execute strategies to secure new manufacturing clients across sectors, building strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Negotiate service agreements and maintain a robust sales pipeline to consistently achieve revenue targets.
• Drive growth through networking, cold-calling, and attending industry-specific events.
• Collaborate with internal teams to tailor proposals that meet client needs.

Relationship Management:

• Foster long-term relationships with existing clients, ensuring ongoing account retention and expansion.
• Conduct regular client meetings and site visits to strengthen partnerships and identify new service opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment of candidate solutions with client requirements.
  

Strategic Planning and Reporting:

• Develop action plans targeting key industries and regions for business development.
• Monitor and report on sales activities, pipeline progress, and client feedback to management.
• Ensure that vendor applications and recruitment processes meet client expectations.

Character Traits:

• Goal-oriented and solution-oriented
• Strong communicators and relationship builders
• Adaptable and self-motivated
• Technically knowledgeable and market-savvy
• Strategic thinkers and data-driven decision-makers
• Effective networkers

Working Hours: 08h00 to 17h00 (Monday to Friday), with overtime as required.

If you want to be a part of a winning team!! Appy with your updated CV and letter of motivation to recruitco.vacancies@recruitco.co.za

Please note should you not receive a response within one week of applying, you may consider your application as being unsuccessful.

Please note that appointments are made in line with the Company’s EE targets. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply