Operations Manager: Business Development
- Pretoria, Gauteng
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Affiliate Partner sourcing and management
- Media and Tech Partner Reselling
- General Sales and bringing in of new business
- Scoping opportunity for growth both inside our current services and new innovative business opportunities
- Manage and oversee the business development department, including performance accountability and financial growth.
- Lead a team of currently 5 dedicated employees, fostering collaboration and individual development.
- Drive both operational and strategic initiatives to achieve departmental and company-wide goals.
- Report directly to the Head of Business Development, providing insights and recommendations for business improvement.
- Utilise your problem-solving abilities and solution-oriented mindset to overcome challenges and capitalise on opportunities.
- Maintain a strong focus on multiple departmental priorities while ensuring alignment with the company's overarching objectives.
- Cultivate and manage relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders, resolving disputes diplomatically and effectively.
- Conduct management reporting and data analysis, leveraging your proficiency in Excel and other reporting tools.
- Ensure the team's adherence to sales targets and goals, motivating them to achieve success.
- Handle any HR matters related to the department and its employees.
- Minimum 5 years of sales experience in the digital marketing industry.
- Proven track record in a management position, with strong leadership and decision-making skills.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Deep understanding of business operations and strategic planning.
- Passion for working with people and leading a team to success.
- High level of proficiency in Excel and data analysis.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage relationships effectively.
- Self-motivated, independent worker with respect for authority.
- Driven by goals and targets, with a keen understanding of how your department contributes to overall business success.
- Previous experience managing a team is essential.