Business Director

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Generation & Prospecting: Identify and qualify new business opportunities, reaching out to potential clients through networking, research, and attending industry events.
• Client Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients, ensuring the agency’s services align with their needs.
• Sales Strategy: Collaborate with senior management to develop tailored sales strategies, targeting key industries and regions, particularly within South Africa.
• Proposal Development: Prepare proposals and presentations for potential clients, detailing the scope of work, timelines, and cost estimates, focusing on value-driven digital solutions.
• Market Analysis: Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and emerging markets within the digital space.
• Performance Reporting: Track sales performance and provide regular reports to management, ensuring targets are met or exceeded.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams (marketing, design, and development) to ensure client needs are fully understood and met.
• Brand Advocacy: Act as an ambassador for the agency, representing our core values and unique selling propositions at all times.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in business development, sales, or a related role, ideally within the digital, advertising, or marketing industry.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with digital marketing services such as SEO, PPC, social media management, web design, web development, e-commerce, etc. is a plus.
• Skills: Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to close deals and build relationships.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using CRM software and other sales tools.
• Proactive & Goal-Oriented: Driven to meet and exceed targets with a passion for business growth.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• A flexible working hours.
• A remote work environment.