Business Development Manager at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd

About the position

Our client, based at the iconic V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manager to join their growing team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in identifying new business opportunities, forming strategic partnerships, and driving sustainable growth across the company’s portfolio.

Your responsibilities will entail the following :


Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, develop, and manage strategic business opportunities and partnerships (corporate bookings, events, brand collaborations, etc.)
  
• Analyse market trends, customer behavior, and competitor activity to inform strategy
  
• Collaborate with the marketing and operations teams to develop campaigns and packages that drive traffic and sales
  
• Proactively source new corporate and private clients for venue bookings and private functions
  
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders
  
• Prepare and present business proposals, revenue reports, and performance metrics to management
  
• Assist in the development and implementation of loyalty, CRM, and retention strategies
  

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in business development, sales, or marketing (in hospitality, events, or lifestyle brands)
  
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets
  
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
  
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to think strategically
  
• A passion for hospitality, food, and lifestyle experiences
  
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings/weekends for events when required
  

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary + performance-based incentives
  
• A dynamic, creative, and entrepreneurial work environment
  
• Opportunities for growth and career development within a prominent private equity group
  
• The chance to be part of a revitalised brand with bold plans
  
  

Desired Skills:

• Business Development
• Sales
• FMCG

Desired Qualification Level:

• Certificate

About The Employer:

We are passionate professionals driven to provide Payroll and HR solutions that deliver true business value to your organisation. 
Our proven track record and expertise will enable you to maximise your return on investment on any Sage Payroll & HR implementation. 

Partner with a Talent Team that suits your customised needs. Recruiting top talent is a powerful and reliable foundation of strength in any business. When partnered with the best recruitment team, it’s an opportunity for long-term growth, and can bring companies a competitive advantage in their industry. 

Red Ember Technology is a Certified Sage Platinum Business Partner, here to support any Sage client with the extra value-added services to complement and support their Sage products. 
The Red Ember Recruitment team has combined Payroll, HR and Finance industry-specific experience, customised to the Sage products, as well as vast experience supporting various other products and industries. 
Red Ember Recruitment can assist on any level of recruitment, from Interns to Executive placements, bulk recruitment, response handling, or specialised headhunting.