Marketing and Business Development Manager

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POSITION INFO:

Our client in the Textile or Apparel Manufacturing industry is seeking a skilled, ambitious, and energetic Marketing and Business Development Manager to help expand their clientele. This role requires a dedicated individual who can create and apply effective sales strategies to drive sustainable financial growth, boost sales, and forge strong client relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Develop a growth strategy focused on financial gain and customer satisfaction.
• Conduct research to identify new markets and customer needs.
• Understand market trends and their impact on current and new clients.
• Implement marketing strategies to increase clientele and revenue.
• Organize creative campaigns and promotional events to attract new clients and increase revenue.
• Implement marketing strategies including advertising, communication campaigns (TV, social media, radio, etc.), exhibitions, and promotional events.
• Maintain relationships with media vendors and publishers for collaboration in promotional activities.
• Monitor campaign progress using various metrics and submit performance reports.
• Implement control surveys to assess customer requirements and dedication.
• Write copy for diverse marketing distributions (brochures, press releases, website material, etc.).
• Arrange business meetings with prospective clients.
• Promote the company’s products by addressing or predicting clients’ objectives.
• Prepare sales contracts ensuring adherence to law-established rules and guidelines.
• Keep records of sales, revenue, invoices, etc.
• Provide trustworthy feedback and after-sales support.
• Build strong relationships with current and new customers both locally and internationally.
• Forecast business projections and trends, formulate result-oriented plans, and set and adhere to budgets/objectives.
• Negotiate buying terms with vendors (price, quantity, delivery terms, and markdowns).
• Engage with the Sales, Planning and Production, and Design teams to meet current and new client requirements.
• Manage the Marketing and Business Development administrator who will assist with all administrative tasks.
• Develop entry-level staff into valuable salespeople.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Textiles, Textile Technology, and Product Business Development.
• Qualification in Marketing of new business and product.
• 5-10 years of proven working experience in Marketing and Development of new business in Textile or Apparel Manufacturing.
• Proven sales track record.
• Passion for the “art” of marketing with an abundance of ideas for implementing efficient strategies.
• Strong arsenal of techniques and methods to promote products, services, and public image.
• Proven experience in the implementation of Marketing Strategies.
• Proven track record in Hospitality, Retail, e-Commerce, or Exports growth and new business development.
• Proven ability to build strong, long-lasting relationships with professionals at all organizational levels.
• Aptitude for identifying new areas for business growth and development.
• Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good business acumen with a high degree of analytical skills and Marketing knowledge.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong time management and planning skills.
• Ability to work under pressure to achieve targets and meet deadlines.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to monitor and evaluate new opportunities in the industry.

Benefits:

• Salary is negotiable, depending on experience.
• Convenient location in Cape Town, Northern Suburbs.

How to Apply: To apply, please send your CV and supporting documents to with the subject line "Business Development Manager."

Application Deadline: If you have not received feedback within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.