Business Development Manager

Looking for an exciting opportunity to lead business development, marketing, and sales efforts for a growing 4PL in Southern Africa?

JD Supply Chain Services has an opening for a talented and experienced Manager to help us unlock the full potential of our national footprint.

With 16 Distribution Centers, 250 vehicles, and over 1 million cubic meters of goods moved annually, JD Supply Chain Services is poised for significant growth in the years to come. We're seeking a Manager who can help us achieve our ambitious goals through smart, strategic planning and execution.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive strategy that maximizes our market share and revenue
• Responsible for identifying new business opportunities
• Cultivating relationships with key stakeholders across industry, that would lead to growth opportunities and to stay current on issues impacting business
• Driving growth through targeted marketing and sales campaigns
• Providing meaningful strategic advice to retain and grow their business through integrated solutions
• Facilitates alignment and effective communication within sales and internal/external key partners/customers and promptly resolve any conflict to encourage harmonious and productive interaction
• Initiating and coordinating development of Action Plans to penetrate New Markets
• Accurate and efficient Management of Marketing Statistics and Reports
• Continuous Research of Market Trends in the Industry to ensure the Company remains abreast
• Strive to challenge Status-Quo and find smarter ways to do things for Clients
• Monitors and takes necessary measures to ensure adequate pipeline of opportunities and demand generations for sustainable growth
• Utilizes a disciplined approach for successful solution selling, establishing and maintaining accurate, timely and documented sales revenue forecasting procedures, providing required updates to Supply Chain executive management
• Develops and applies an in-depth understanding of Supply Chain processes/ procedures and sales tools/systems as well as enterprise market, including industry, marketplace, strategies and trends, competitors and competitive tactics to develop an effective long-term sales strategy and plan
• Stays current and informed on all new campaigns, understanding their objectives and relevance, communicating and ensuring stakeholders understands their role in making campaigns successful

Requirements

• Proven track record of success in business development, marketing, and sales within the logistics or supply chain industry
• Relevant Degree in Logistics ,Sales or Marketing will be advantageous
• Minimum 10 Years' in a Managerial Position
• Have an established network of Applicable Key Individuals within the Industry
• You should be a strategic thinker with excellent communication and leadership skills as well as a deep understanding of the Southern African market

In return for your expertise and hard work, JD Supply Chain offers a competitive salary, a supportive work environment, and ample opportunities for career growth and advancement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level with a dynamic and forward-thinking company, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as our Business Development / Marketing / Sales Manager.