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A well-established organisation in the manufacturing sector is looking for a commercially driven Business Development Executive in Durban. Advertised by Ntice Search under reference 74708, this permanent role is for a hands-on sales professional who can find new business, build customer relationships and turn prospects into long-term accounts.
About the company and the work
The employer is a well-established manufacturing organisation, with the vacancy advertised by the recruitment firm Ntice Search. The role is based in Durban and covers customers across various markets, including international markets. It suits someone with a strong background in business-to-business manufacturing sales who enjoys identifying opportunities, building relationships and converting prospects into lasting business.
Role details and duties
The successful candidate takes ownership of the full sales process, from identifying potential customers and developing new business opportunities through to commercial negotiations, securing contracts and managing ongoing customer relationships. Day-to-day duties include identifying, developing and securing new business across various markets; proactively researching and targeting potential customers, industries and new market opportunities; building and maintaining a strong pipeline of prospective customers and commercial opportunities; developing relationships with key decision-makers, procurement teams and senior business stakeholders; managing the full sales cycle from prospecting and initial engagement through to negotiation and close; preparing and presenting commercial proposals, negotiating pricing and agreeing suitable business terms; developing and maintaining long-term customer relationships to support retention and growth; identifying opportunities to increase sales volumes and expand existing accounts; monitoring market trends, customer requirements and competitor activity; working closely with internal sales, operations and management teams to ensure effective delivery; maintaining accurate sales pipeline records, forecasts and reporting; achieving agreed sales, revenue and profitability targets; and travelling locally and internationally when required.
Requirements
Applicants need a tertiary qualification and proven experience in business-to-business sales and business development within a manufacturing environment. The advert also asks for a demonstrable track record of securing new business and developing customer relationships; experience managing the complete sales cycle from prospecting through to commercial close; strong commercial negotiation and closing skills; experience engaging with senior decision-makers and key business stakeholders; a good understanding of commercial pricing, margins, sales forecasting and pipeline management; strong communication, presentation and relationship-building skills; proficiency in CRM systems and general sales reporting; and willingness and ability to travel internationally when required. Previous exposure to international sales, export markets or cross-border business development will be an advantage, as will experience within plastics, polymers, packaging, chemicals, recycling or related manufacturing sectors. No experience level label is stated in the advert.
Where to find and apply safely
The salary is stated as Market Related, and applications close on 29 November 2026. To apply, use the Apply button on this page, which leads to the original Careers24 advert (reference 74708), and follow the instructions there. The advert describes the ideal candidate as commercially astute, self-motivated, proactive, persistent and results-driven — a natural hunter who is confident approaching new customers and comfortable working independently while contributing to an established team.
Practical tips
Use your application to show real new-business wins: accounts you opened, deals you closed and relationships you grew, especially in manufacturing. Mention any experience in plastics, polymers, packaging, chemicals or recycling, and any international or export sales exposure, since both are noted as advantages. Be ready to talk about pricing, margins, forecasting and pipeline management, and about how you work with operations teams to deliver on what you sell.
How the process works
After you apply through the original advert, Ntice Search reviews applications for this Durban vacancy and contacts shortlisted candidates for the next steps. Successful applicants join the manufacturing organisation in a commercially focused role, taking ownership of new business opportunities and customer relationships.
Important information
This post is for information only. It summarises the original advert; it is not the application itself and it does not guarantee an appointment. Always confirm the details and the closing date in the original advert before you apply, and never pay anyone for a job application.
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