Permanent Business Development Manager | Takealot Vacancies
Job Description
Takealot Vacancies – Business Development Manager
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Company: Takealot
Job Type: Permanent
Job Sector: Sales and Marketing
Business Development Manager – Takealot Freight Forwarding Sales
Takealot.com, South Africa’s leading online retailer, is seeking a driven and talented Business Development Manager to join our Cape Town team. If you thrive in a fast-paced, hyper-growth environment and are passionate about driving business success, we want you on board.
At Takealot, we reward smart, creative, and hardworking individuals with integrity. Enjoy a market-related Total Remuneration Package, a vibrant work culture, and the opportunity to build something extraordinary.
Reports To: Head of Takealot Freight Forwarding
Key Responsibilities:
- Achieve sales targets by acquiring high-quality clients.
- Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline with strategic client focus.
- Develop and implement innovative client acquisition strategies.
- Conduct needs analysis for prospective clients.
- Provide senior management with insights on client sourcing strategies and service improvements.
- Analyze data to drive actionable insights and reporting.
- Collaborate with operational teams to address client needs and enhance partnerships.
- Work cross-functionally to optimize business performance and client relationships.
- Present to and build rapport with senior managers and clients.
- Deliver weekly and monthly performance reports aligned with SLAs.
- Track and analyze client-specific KPIs, preparing performance reviews for stakeholders.
- Ensure client accountability on service delivery SLAs.
- Travel within South Africa as needed.
Skills & Competencies:
- Proven experience presenting to senior stakeholders.
- Strong lead generation skills (digital and offline).
- Track record in business growth, client acquisition, and revenue generation.
- Proficiency in Excel (Google Sheets) & PowerPoint (Google Slides).
- Commercial mindset with strong negotiation skills.
- Data-driven, analytical, and solutions-oriented.
- Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.
- Ability to cultivate senior-level relationships.
- Strong prioritization and time management.
- Adaptability, teamwork, and a proactive approach.
- Comfortable managing multiple opportunities simultaneously.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma.
- 3–5 years of freight forwarding sales experience.
- Experience in lead generation and client acquisition.
- Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets & PowerPoint/Google Slides.
- E-commerce experience is advantageous.
Our Culture:
- Entrepreneurial, dynamic, and customer-centric.
- Fast-paced, collaborative, and feedback-driven.
- Focused on execution, innovation, and excellence.
- Committed to building South Africa’s top e-commerce platform.
If you’re an Extraordinary Mind—smart, hardworking, and driven by results—we want you!
Takealot Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from previously disadvantaged groups and individuals with disabilities.
Apply now and be part of shaping the future of e-commerce in Africa!
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Please note: This job posting may be closed at any time by the employer, either due to internal recruitment policies, legal requirements, or once a suitable candidate has been found. We encourage you to apply as early as possible.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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