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Business Development Manager
Job Location:
Job Location:
Johannesburg - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
17 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
14 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Department:
Job Summary
Background:
- Our client in the diesel generator industry is looking for a strong BDM to develop a distributor network
Minimum Requirements:
- Proven business development experience in the diesel generator industry
- Minimum 5 years experience in business and sales management
- Formal qualification in Business Management is advantageous
- Technical qualifications in electrical or Generating Power Systems is advantageous
- Proficient on MS Office Suite
- Commercial and distributor agreement knowledge and managing Dealer and Distributor KPIs
- Proven track record in developing a Distributor network with generators and power products
- Good knowledge of reputable and reliable equipment and service Suppliers in the power supply chain industry
- Code 8 drivers license
- Valid passport
- Manage and support allocated sales staff and activities
- Develop a distributor and service network with agreements
- Monitor and report on external sales results for Exco reporting purposes
- Achieve the allocated and agreed annual sales target and preparation of revenue budget
- Strategic product sales and marketing within the business unit
- Develop a customer base for power kit (engine and alternator) and CKD (Knocked Down Kit options)
- Prepare annual sales budgets in line with current and new product plans
- Plan and present formal sales presentations during internal and external business activities
- Plan monitor and report on the BUs External Sales Staff activities and results
- Assist when requested with business development in other areas of Africa
- Identify communicate and assist in the sales process for project opportunities
- Participate in exhibitions and trade shows when requested
- Cold calling on new prospects
- Assist in conducting regular calls to obtain sales feedback and support the establishment of new opportunities
- Liaise with customers and new prospects to understand their market demands constraints and requirements
- Participate in site inspections / tender briefings when needed to gather more information around the enquiry opportunity
- Prepare strategic costing for new/current product developments and market analysis in line with growth targets and products related to the business
- Liaise with the Engineering Department and partake in formulating the best possible solution to meet Customer requirements at a competitive price point
- Compile proposals in the event of high RFQ intake
- Compile weekly/monthly reports indicating the status of proposals and network developments
- Provide detailed up to date feedback in the existing sales pipeline and management tools (Quote Register CRM etc.)
- Credit vetting and commercial processes to limit financial risk to the company
- Responsible for sales mentoring training and guidance in terms of Sales staff and factors influencing sales and service
- Assist in generator application training where required to enhance staff skills development
- Compliment the Projects and Product Department with mentoring training and guidance for technical design proposals and proper identification of customer requirements with solution orientation
- Participate in the environment where Management Team Leaders and Supervisors are moved to higher levels of effectiveness independent decision making and sustained ownership that mitigates risk to the company
- Offer support to the Marketing team in terms of media and exhibition for this BU
- Attend external marketing activities where the BU needs to be represented
- Compile and/or assist with information related to products and services of the BU in preparation for marketing to execute our marketing needs
- Identify and be active in the marketing needs of the BU during budgeting etc.
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Required Experience:
Manager
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