FlySafair is South Africa's true low cost airline. We took to the skies in October 2014 and have expanded fast, linking several key destinations in South Africa.
Our intention is to keep our fares lower for longer and in so doing offer South Africans an affordable and easy air travel alternative.
FlySafair is a very dynamic company that prides itself o...
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Collaborate with the Chief Marketing Officer to design and implement business development strategies and plans to drive the company's growth objectives;
Identify and evaluate new business opportunities including market trends, competitive analysis and potential partnerships;
Lead the negotiation and execution of strategic partnerships, joint ventures and other business agreements to expand the company’s market presence and revenue streams;
Oversee the sales gained via various channels including TPAPI partners, OTAs and GDS’s;
Develop and deliver compelling presentations, proposals, and pitches to prospective clients and partners;
Analyse market data, customer insights and industry trends to identify emerging opportunities to support decision-making;
Stay up to date on industry developments, competitor activities and market changes that might impact business opportunities;
Identify and implement continuous improvement projects;
Monitor and evaluate the performance of business development initiatives, using data-driven insights to optimise strategies and tactics;
Monitor sales targets, revenue generation, and profitability metrics;
Provide financial planning and resource allocation insights;
Assess the effectiveness of business initiatives, marketing campaigns, or partnerships;
Report on key achievements, challenges, and make strategic recommendations;
Analyse client feedback to drive service improvements and customer retention;
Assess the effectiveness of business initiatives, marketing campaigns, or partnerships and report on it;
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, product development, marketing and finance to drive business development initiatives and ensure overall alignment;
Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, industry experts and clients;
Provide strong leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement;
Oversee the performance and deliverables of direct reports, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives while providing clear direction and expectations;
Monitor, evaluate, and optimise team performance through regular feedback and coaching to drive efficiency and effectiveness;
Offer ongoing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities to enhance team capabilities, ensuring members are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their roles;
Establish and communicate clear team goals that align with the organisation’s overall business needs, ensuring accountability and a shared vision for success;
Cultivate a positive and inclusive work environment that encourages collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and mutual support, promoting a strong spirit of teamwork and shared achievement.
Requirements
Grade 12 or Equivalent (Essential);
Bachelor's Degree in business, Finance, Economics, Marketing or IT (Essential);
MBA or business improvement qualification (Advantageous);
8- 10 years in a Commercial/Sales/Project Management related role of which at least 5 years is in a Senior Manager role in a mid-size organisation (Essential);
Willing to travel;
Available after hours;
Sound knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word and MS Outlook (Essential);
Knowledge of industry and market dynamics;
Knowledge of business development strategies;
Knowledge of financial principles (profitability metrics etc.);
Knowledge and understanding of systems;
Knowledge and understanding of Application Programming Interface (API);
Knowledge of commercial contracts;
Knowledge of relationship management;
Interpersonal skills;
Exceptional negotiation skills;
Leadership skills;
Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written);
Presentation skills;
Strategic thinking skills;
Analytical thinking skills;
Problem-solving and decision-making skills;
Project Management skills;
Time Management skills;
Networking skills.
Method of Application
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