Business Development Manager Food Ingredients

Recruiter

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref

PTA001752/EV

Date posted

Thursday, May 7, 2026

Location

Pretoria, South Africa

Salary

Market Related

SUMMARY

An established distributor of specialised plastics, chemicals, and polymers is seeking a Business Development Manager to contribute to organisational growth by identifying potential customers and generating new business opportunities. The role involves contacting and qualifying potential customers, nurturing existing customer relationships, managing leads through the sales pipeline by setting appointments and following up on opportunities, and tracking progress towards achieving sales goals. The successful candidate will also identify potential new services to offer and assist the company in expanding into new markets.

POSITION INFO

Minimum requirements for the role

• Must have a relevant tertiary qualification in Chemistry or Food or related field
• Proven work experience within Sales, Business Development and/or Product Management with strong understanding of the business and financial aspects of a distribution business
• Must have a proven sales/distribution track record
• Experience in customer support is essential
• Proficient communication and soft skills partnered with a strong business acumen
• Established customer relationships will be an advantage
• Must have good industry and market knowledge
• Ability to build rapport and maintain strong relationships with colleagues, principals, and customers
• Ability to identify, develop, and maintain relationships with potential principals and customers
• Ability to identify business growth and market expansion opportunities
• Proficiency in CRM Software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Dual office and home-work based. Home office should be equipped with good, stable internet connectivity and backup power supply to be able to work during loadshedding
• Driven, hardworking, go-the-extra-mile professional who delivers results

The successful candidate will be responsible for

• Developing and implementing effective sales development strategies and plans to promote products and services.
• Monitoring and analysing sales data and market trends to identify and optimise new sales opportunities.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and principals.
• Identifying and building on business opportunities.
• Overseeing the sales supply chain.
• Managing employee relationships.
• Managing financial operations.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into only with the shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive any feedback from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.