Business Development Manager
- Akasia, Gauteng
- Permanent
- Full-time
- New Business Acquisition
- Identify and pursue new clients
- Develop and implement strategic plans to grow market share
- Deliver tailored logistics solutions and persuasive sales plans
- Client Relationship Management
- Build trust-based relationships with clients
- Ensure satisfaction from initial engagement to post-sale support
- Spot upselling and cross-selling opportunities to maximize account value
- Revenue Generation & Reporting
- Meet and exceed sales targets (monthly, quarterly, annually)
- Maintain detailed pipeline reports
- Present performance updates to senior leadership
- Industry Engagement
- Represent the company at trade shows, forums, and networking events
- Stay informed on rates, regulations, and innovations
- Minimum 3–5 years in business development, marketing or sales within Transport & Logistics
- Strong understanding of:
- Taut liner freight – national and cross-border
- Side tipper operations – national mining
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
- Ability to design and pitch customized logistics solutions
- Company vehicle
- Company laptop and phone