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Pollock and Associates, executive talent acquisition specialists, are experts in connecting South Africa’s brightest middle and executive management talent with the country’s most prominent employers.
With over 116 years of combined recruitment expertise, our comprehensive knowledge of recruitment and the industries in which we o...
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Reporting directly to the CEO, this is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished leader to drive growth across mining, supply chain, and security sectors in South Africa and SADC.
You will be a strategic thinker who excels at building high-performing teams and driving new revenue streams. A rare chance to shape strategy and grow with a forward-thinking organisation.
Suppose you are passionate about driving business development, forging strong stakeholder relationships, and leading with vision and energy.
In that case, this role offers an exceptional platform to make a significant impact and progress towards a future Business Development Director role, within 3–5 years, supported by executive mentorship and professional development.
Qualifications & Experience
Business or Marketing Degree (MBA highly advantageous)
10+ years’ post-qualification experience
Minimum 3 years in a senior management role with team leadership
Proven field sales experience and marketing exposure, including agency management
Preferred Industry Exposure: Mining, IT solutions, supply chain/logistics, or security
Technical & Core Skills
Strategic business development and market expansion expertise
Strong leadership and team-building capabilities
Advanced communication, negotiation, and influencing skills
Commercial acumen and problem-solving ability
In-depth understanding of marketing strategies and market research
Personal Attributes
Goal-driven, resilient, and self-managing
Approachable, adaptable, and supportive of team growth
Big-picture thinker who delivers results through others
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