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Business Development ManagerElectroMechanica • Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

ElectroMechanica • Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
16 hours ago
Job description

Role Summary :

Drives growth by identifying new markets, sectors, and early-stage opportunities. Focuses on specifications, product / project entry, and new customer acquisition.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Identify and penetrate new customer segments.
  • Influence product / project specifications at the consultant, influencer and end-user level.
  • Qualify and hand over leads to account / sales managers.
  • Build strategic partnerships with stakeholders and influencers.
  • Support brand positioning through early engagement.

Essential Requirements :

  • Strong hunter mentality with product / project sales skills.
  • 5+ years in business development or specification sales.
  • Understanding of tender processes, buying cycles and solution selling.
  • Beneficial requirements :

  • Sector-specific experience (e.g., commercial buildings, power generation / renewables, water waste-water, HVACR, light industry etc).
  • Technical understanding of motors and motor control, industrial automation, or power and energy systems.
  • Work Environment & Compensation :

  • Location : Regional Office.
  • Travel Requirements : Extensive field work.
  • Working Hours : Flexible for customer access.
  • Compensation Range : In line with relevant industry benchmarks for Paterson grade.
  • Organisational Context

    At EM, we are driven by the purpose of “Making connections, powering tomorrow.” We power our customers’ worlds by integrating quality products into innovative solutions, supported by people who are passionate about service.

    Vision

    Advance the lives of every person in Southern Africa sustainably through electrification and automation.

    Mission

    Connect with customers by deeply understanding their evolving needs; promote brands and solutions to solve tomorrow’s problems today; and partner across the value chain in a sustainable, easy-to-do-business way.

    Values

  • Open – We communicate honestly and transparently, listening deeply to differing views.
  • Loyal – We serve our customers, colleagues, and manufacturers with integrity and dedication.
  • Brave – We go beyond comfort zones, taking on new challenges with courage and vision.
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