Cape Town: Business Developer (Sales) posted by Stonebridge HR Solutions

• Grade 12
• Tertiary qualification in Sales and Marketing or similar or within Art
• 3-5 years Sales experience within an Art Gallery / Interior Design / Luxury furniture / Luxury Goods or any related industries is Essential 
• Valid drivers license and own reliable transport
• Own laptop
• Fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English)
• Stable CV 
• Good sales track record 

Responsibilities:

Sales Strategy & Market Understanding

• Identify and target the correct client base (demographics, location, ideal client profile).
• Position our products clearly in the market and understand how we differentiate from competitors.
• Continuously research competitors and market trends.

Lead Generation

• Actively generate new leads using multiple channels (Instagram, email campaigns, SEO, cold calls,
• networking, trade shows, architects/designers).
• Deliver a set number of new leads per month.
• Use CRM or agreed tools to manage and record all lead activity.

Sales Pipeline Management

• Build and manage a clear sales pipeline from first contact to deal closure.
• Implement and maintain a structured follow-up system (emails, calls, showroom visits, samples).
• Achieve and maintain agreed conversion rates.

Monthly Action Plan

• Meet weekly activity goals: prospecting, client meetings, and follow-ups.
• Secure a set number of showroom visits and client meetings per week.
• Develop collaborations with architects, interior designers, and developers within the first months.

KPIs & Sales Targets

• Achieve monthly sales targets as set by management
• Meet activity-based targets (calls/emails sent, meetings booked, proposals delivered).
• Reach agreed milestones within the first 3 months of employment.

Marketing & Brand Development

• Create a marketing plan to drive campaigns and support lead generation.
• Suggest and assist in promotional opportunities (Instagram campaigns, press releases, exhibitions,
• showroom events).
• Strengthen brand presence through direct client and industry engagement.

Reporting & Accountability

• Provide weekly sales activity reports and monthly pipeline reviews.
• Highlight challenges early and propose solutions to improve results.
• Take ownership of results and adjust approach where necessary to achieve targets.

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us in 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.