Business Development Officer
Full Time
full time
8 Sep 2025
Cato Ridge
Verified by Turrior
Content + Source + Freshness • 14 Feb 2026 • 95% confidence
70 / 100
Offer value
Moderate offer value due to industry recognition of the employer and steady growth potential, but lacks specific compensation details.
- Job in a recognized manufacturing company
- Career growth potential in a stable environment
- Engagement with diverse stakeholders
Pros
- Opportunity to work with a leading manufacturing firm
- Potential for career development in a growing industry
- Roles that require effective communication and stakeholder management
Cons
- No clear salary range indicated impacting attractiveness
- Vague job description may deter interested candidates
- Experience requirement may limit overall applicant pool
Who it's for
Mid-Level • On-site
Good fit
- Mid-level sales professionals
- Candidates eager to expand their business networks
- Individuals with strong communication skills
Not recommended for
- Entry-level candidates without relevant skills
- Individuals seeking fully remote positions
Motivation fit
Interest in expanding business relationshipsDesire to work in a technical and collaborative environment
Key skills
Sales strategiesStakeholder engagementMarket analysis
Score: 70/100 AI verified analysis
About the job
Our client, a leader in the manufacturing industry is seeking a Business Development Officer to join their team based in the Western Cape.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Matric / Grade 12
- Relevant Sales/Marketing diploma/degree will be an advantage
- Computer Literacy is essential (i.e.MS Office)
- Knowledge of SAP would be an advantage
- Valid Driver’s Licence is essential and own transport
- Minimum 5 years Sales & Business Development Experience
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Good knowledge of reading/speaking the English language. Afrikaans an advantage
- Ability to engage and communicate with all levels of stakeholders
- Liaise and communicate effectively with Colleagues and Management
- Compilation and delivery of technical presentations to large groups
MAIN JOB FUNCTIONS
- Expand the market share and reach of the company through developing, maintaining, and growing business relationships with current and potential customers of the company.
- To promote and educate all of company stakeholders and the Construction industry at large on the company product ranges in a professional manner.
- Create, manage and monitor the Project Database for all projects within South Africa that are relevant to company product ranges
- Communicate pertinent business opportunities and project information to the relevant Marketing and Sales teams.
- Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to secure specification of company product ranges on projects.
- Support the Sales Department with customer training and education, securing new business, and providing technical information to assist the
- Sales team in securing new business and maintaining current business.
- Required to manage Western Cape, Eastern Cape & Southern Cape Regions
- Pro-actively engaging with all stakeholders; establishing and maintaining good relationships with them with the purpose of growing revenue for company. Stakeholders include Roll Formers, Architects, Quantity Surveyors, Consultant Engineers, Contractors, Developers and Professional Associations
- Maintain the Project Pipeline created to track the status of projects (i.e. Planning/Design Stage, Out to Tender, On-site). Creating a pipeline projection for all internal stakeholders.
- Provide Technical training and education on the company range of products to all stakeholder.
- Ensure Key Account Managers are assisted with the following:
- Detailed product specifications
- Timely updates and communication of the project database
- Delivering formal technical and educational presentations to stakeholders
- Assist Key Account Managers with technical support
- Coordinate efforts to secure company material specification for projects
- Provide technical insights into the commercial aspects of the company product ranges
- Delivery of presentations at CPD Events & Workshops
- Assist with information on construction and development projects
- Provide formal market feedback on company products, campaigns and marketing initiatives
- Resolving of customer complaints speed
- Assist with additional tasks as requested by management from time to time
- Uphold the company code of ethics
- Knowledge of the South African Roofing Industry would be an advantage
- Proficiency in interpreting and reading architectural and structural drawings would be an advantage
- Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
- Ability to work well under pressure and travel extensively
- Excellent spoken and written communication skills
- Good analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail
