Get paid
- Monthly: R25,000 to R35,000
kind of job
- From temp to per
- Short-term
Place of
Park Weltevreden, Gauteng
Detailed job description
Manager of Business Development
Where: Johannesburg, South Africa
Pay range: R25,000 to R35,000 (basic, negotiable based on experience)
Sector: Software Solutions and IT
A minimum of five years of B2B IT/software, system, or hardware sales experience is required.
To collaborate directly with the CEO, Universal Knowledge Software is looking for a seasoned, results-oriented business development manager. This position combines strategic client interaction with practical sales execution, making it perfect for someone who enjoys working in high-trust settings and has a track record of turning leads into enduring business partnerships.
The job is not cold calling. Intelligent growth, product fluency, and assisting leadership in generating revenue through significant engagement are key.
Essential Duties:
- CEO Assistance in Sales Execution and Lead Conversion: Find, screen, and convert leads
- into clients who have signed up. Oversee the entire sales cycle, from the first interaction to the closing of the deal.
- Engage and assist clients by acting as a reliable point of contact between the CEO and clients.
- guaranteeing excellent satisfaction, prompt follow-ups, and clear communication.
- Product Insight: Gain a thorough grasp of the company’s software products to
- Facilitate internal feedback loops and client discussions.
- Account management: uphold and expand ties with current clients, carry out
- and finds reviews and finds chances for upselling and cross-selling.
- Sales Strategy & Reporting: Monitor pipeline activity, project income, and uphold CRM
- documents (Pipedrive) to assist in making strategic choices.
- transitions.transfers. Internal Coordination: Work together with project teams to guarantee seamless transitions.
- scheduling, demo scheduling, and onboarding procedures.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Minimum 5 years of B2B sales experience in IT/software
- Demonstrated success in converting leads and closing deals
- Strong understanding of solution-based selling and client needs analysis
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
- Familiarity with CRM systems (especially Pipedrive)
- Professional, composed, and self-directed
- Confident working closely with executive leadership
- Mature, emotionally intelligent, and commercially astute
Why This Role Stands Out:
- Direct involvement in strategic decision-making with the CEO
- A cooperative, courteous culture that prioritizes long-term client success
- Just intelligent growth and meaningful engagement—no cold calling
- Competitive pay and opportunities for advancement in a fast-paced setting
Employment equity preference may be given to candidates in line with the company’s employment equity plan.
Ready to take the next step in your sales career?
Submit your CV to Josh@uks.co.za
-to-perm: Temporary to permanent
Length of contract: three months
Pay: R25 000,00 – R35 000,00 per month
Experience:
- Sales experience in IT environment: 5 years (Required)