Strategic Growth Lead - Business Development

About the role

We are seeking a high‑calibre, forward‑thinking individual to drive market expansion and elevate key accounts for an automotive component manufacturing group. In this role you will design and execute business development strategies, nurture a high‑value pipeline, and spearhead commercial negotiations to maximise profitability.

Key responsibilities

• Architect and implement robust, long‑term sales and market‑penetration strategies.
• Cultivate and maintain high‑level stakeholder relationships and secure contracts.
• Manage a dynamic pipeline while identifying emerging market opportunities.
• Lead, mentor, and optimise sales‑team performance to hit commercial milestones.
• Visit customers nationally and internationally.
• Manage pricing within approved margins.
• Resolve issues and ensure on‑time project implementation.
• Monitor customer activities, produce sales forecasts and territory action plans.
• Present reports to head office.

Required profile

• Tertiary Degree/Diploma.
• Minimum 6+ years proven business‑development success within automotive/components, with at least 2 years in a leadership capacity.
• Absolute integrity, impeccable work ethic and polished professional presence.
• Highly agile, strategic problem‑solver able to pivot quickly under pressure.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Valid South African driver’s licence and willingness to travel.
• Clear criminal record (essential for international corporate travel clearance and client‑site access).