{"id":23,"date":"2026-06-30T14:57:25","date_gmt":"2026-06-30T14:57:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sa-vacancies.co.za\/?p=23"},"modified":"2026-07-03T13:04:24","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T13:04:24","slug":"manager-for-business-development-bdm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sa-vacancies.co.za\/?p=23","title":{"rendered":"Manager for Business Development (BDM)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"c6e9558a51edd25bd7c65c3999f9409d\" data-index=\"3\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4089950667983751\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"autorelaxed\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-4089950667983751\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"2235891538\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get paid<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Monthly: R25,000 to R35,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">kind of job<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>From temp to per<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Short-term<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Place of<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Park Weltevreden, Gauteng<\/p><!--CusAds0-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Detailed job description<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Manager of Business Development<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where: Johannesburg, South Africa<br>Pay range: R25,000 to R35,000 (basic, negotiable based on experience)<br>Sector: Software Solutions and IT<br>A minimum of five years of B2B IT\/software, system, or hardware sales experience is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The job is not cold calling. Intelligent growth, product fluency, and assisting leadership in generating revenue through significant engagement are key.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Essential Duties:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>CEO Assistance in Sales Execution and Lead Conversion: Find, screen, and convert leads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>into clients who have signed up. Oversee the entire sales cycle, from the first interaction to the closing of the deal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engage and assist clients by acting as a reliable point of contact between the CEO and clients.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>guaranteeing excellent satisfaction, prompt follow-ups, and clear communication.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Product Insight: Gain a thorough grasp of the company\u2019s software products to<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Facilitate internal feedback loops and client discussions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Account management: uphold and expand ties with current clients, carry out<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>and finds reviews and finds chances for upselling and cross-selling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sales Strategy &amp; Reporting: Monitor pipeline activity, project income, and uphold CRM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>documents (Pipedrive) to assist in making strategic choices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>transitions.transfers. Internal Coordination: Work together with project teams to guarantee seamless transitions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>scheduling, demo scheduling, and onboarding procedures.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ideal Candidate Profile:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"c6e9558a51edd25bd7c65c3999f9409d\" data-index=\"2\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4089950667983751\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-layout-key=\"-fb+5w+4e-db+86\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-4089950667983751\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"4472093906\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Minimum 5 years of B2B sales experience in IT\/software<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demonstrated success in converting leads and closing deals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong understanding of solution-based selling and client needs analysis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Familiarity with CRM systems (especially Pipedrive)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professional, composed, and self-directed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confident working closely with executive leadership<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mature, emotionally intelligent, and commercially astute<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Why This Role Stands Out:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Direct involvement in strategic decision-making with the CEO<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A cooperative, courteous culture that prioritizes long-term client success<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Just intelligent growth and meaningful engagement\u2014no cold calling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Competitive pay and opportunities for advancement in a fast-paced setting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Employment equity preference may be given to candidates in line with the company\u2019s employment equity plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ready to take the next step in your sales career?<br>Submit your CV to Josh@uks.co.za<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">-to-perm: Temporary to permanent<br>Length of contract: three months<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pay:&nbsp;<\/strong>R25&nbsp;000,00 \u2013 R35&nbsp;000,00 per month<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Experience:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sales experience in IT environment: 5 years (Required)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/smartapply.indeed.com\/beta\/indeedapply\/form\/contact-info-module\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Click here<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"c6e9558a51edd25bd7c65c3999f9409d\" data-index=\"3\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4089950667983751\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"autorelaxed\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-4089950667983751\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"2235891538\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"font-size: 0px; height: 0px; line-height: 0px; margin: 0; padding: 0; clear: both;\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get paid kind of job Place of Park Weltevreden, Gauteng Detailed job description Manager of Business Development Where: Johannesburg, South AfricaPay range: R25,000 to R35,000 (basic, negotiable based on experience)Sector: Software Solutions and ITA minimum of five years of B2B<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sa-vacancies.co.za\/?p=23\" class=\"blog-read-more\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-23","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-internships"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.1 - 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