The Business Development Partner will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, generating qualified leads, building long-term client relationships, closing high-value sales, and contributing to the strategic growth of the company.
This role suits an ambitious, entrepreneurial individual who thrives on results and enjoys building relationships with business owners and decision-makers.
You will focus on growing revenue while leveraging our established products, systems, and operational support.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development
Identify new sales opportunities across multiple industries.
Prospect and engage with business owners and decision-makers.
Build and maintain a healthy sales pipeline.
Develop strategic partnerships and referral networks.
Attend networking events and industry functions where applicable.
Sales
Conduct client meetings (online and in person).
Understand client pain points and business challenges.
Present Connected Business Technologies solutions professionally.
Prepare quotations and proposals.
Negotiate pricing within company guidelines.
Close new business opportunities.
Meet or exceed agreed sales targets.
Relationship Management
Develop trusted long-term client relationships.
Follow up with prospects consistently.
Ensure excellent customer experience throughout the sales cycle.
Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities.
Work closely with existing clients to uncover additional business needs.
Market Research
Monitor competitors and industry trends.
Identify new markets and opportunities.
Provide feedback to management on customer requirements.
Assist in developing new products and service offerings based on market demand.
CRM & Administration
Keep CRM records updated.
Maintain accurate sales forecasts.
Record all customer interactions.
Prepare weekly pipeline reports.
Track sales performance and opportunities.
Collaboration
Work with technical teams during project handovers.
Assist in developing marketing campaigns.
Provide customer feedback to improve products and services.
Contribute ideas that improve operational efficiency.
Products & Services You Will Sell
The successful candidate will represent a wide range of technology solutions including:
Business Automation
AI Solutions
CRM Systems
Cloud Hosting
Managed IT Services
Business Connectivity
Website Design & Development
Digital Marketing
Cybersecurity Solutions
VoIP Telephone Systems
Business Software
Workflow Automation
Email Solutions
ERP & Accounting Integrations
Custom Technology Solutions
Minimum Requirements
Proven B2B sales experience.
Strong business development background.
Excellent communication skills.
Professional presentation skills.
Ability to build relationships quickly.
Self-motivated and disciplined.
Strong negotiation skills.
Valid driver's licence (preferred).
Own reliable transport (preferred).
Computer literate.
CRM experience advantageous.
Preferred Experience
Experience selling one or more of the following:
IT Services
Software
Cloud Services
Telecommunications
Managed Services
Business Automation
Digital Marketing
Technology Solutions
Key Competencies
Results-driven
Entrepreneurial mindset
Strong relationship builder
Excellent communicator
Self-starter
Commercial awareness
Strategic thinking
Problem solver
High integrity
Customer-focused
Resilient
Goal-oriented
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
The Business Development Partner will be measured on:
Monthly sales revenue
New clients acquired
Qualified opportunities generated
Conversion rate
Customer retention
Gross profit generated
Client satisfaction
Pipeline value
Proposal-to-sale ratio
Strategic partnerships established
What We Offer
Established technology business
Proven systems and operational processes
Marketing support
CRM and automation tools
Technical implementation team
Product training
High-growth environment
Flexible working arrangement
Unlimited earning potential
Opportunity for long-term partnership and ownership growth
Who We're Looking For
You are someone who:
Loves winning new business.
Builds lasting business relationships.
Enjoys meeting decision-makers.
Thinks like an entrepreneur rather than an employee.
Wants to help build something meaningful.
Is motivated by results, growth, and financial success.
Takes ownership and accountability.
Wants to create long-term value alongside the business.
We're a lean team solving real problems for growing businesses across Africa and beyond.
If you're sharp, self-driven, and want your work to matter — let's talk.
Small team, real ownership
Your work ships and makes a visible impact from day one.
Flexible and remote-friendly
We focus on output, not office hours.
Fast-moving environment
Real clients, real challenges, real growth.
Apply now
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