South Africa: Business Development Advisor

Are you a driven business development professional with a passion for regional growth? Step into a high‑impact role where youll build strong client relationships, drive market expansion, and unlock new opportunities across the Indian Ocean Islands. You will develop and grow assigned accounts, expand market share across multiple territories, and represent the company at regional trade shows and client summits. The role involves regional travel across the Indian Ocean Islands, working closely with internal teams, and helping drive strategic business development initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned sales professional who thrives in a fast‑paced commercial environment and enjoys leading growth across diverse markets. Key Responsibilities: Assess, target, develop and maintain new client relationships. Achieve weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual sales targets and meet all KPIs. Complete daily and monthly reports and monitor competitor activities and market trends. Open new business channels and secure new clients across the region. Initiate and manage sales promotions, customer visits, and training sessions. Manage and respond to customer queries and provide ongoing support. Lead structured sales review meetings and identify new sales opportunities. Develop short‑ and long‑term sales plans based on performance metrics. Manage structured call cycles and provide market intelligence reporting. Manage strategic accounts, including contractors, developers, and distributors. Lead commercial negotiations, pricing strategies, and long‑term contract discussions. Travel across the Indian Ocean Islands (Seychelles, Réunion, Madagascar, and Maldives) Job Experience and Skills Required: Matric and Diploma, Bachelors or Master’s degree in Business, Sales, or International Trade preferred. 10 years’ senior‑level sales experience; 7 years sourcing new business; experience with retailers/merchants and wholesalers; and sales and marketing environment experience. Strong knowledge of import/export operations, customs and regulatory frameworks. Technical knowledge of plumbing, construction or sanware advantageous. Proficient in CRM systems and SAP. Skilled in MS Office and Google Sheets/Docs/Slides. Strong selling, negotiation, presentation and communication skills (English & French Creole). Ability to lead and mentor teams across multiple markets. Valid unendorsed drivers licence; own vehicle; and willingness to travel regionally. Apply now!