Business Development Consultant
Drive new business in the packaging sector, enjoy a salary of around R25,000–R30,000, with strong career prospects and valuable client interaction.
What You’ll Do
The Business Development Consultant role involves driving growth through sourcing new clients and expanding existing partnerships within packaging and FMCG.
Daily tasks include networking, market research, cold calling, and developing pipelines to create long-term sales opportunities.
You will present solutions, conduct client visits, and deliver product demonstrations to drive engagement and secure business.
CRM management is essential, ensuring all interactions, proposals, and sales progress are tracked and professionally reported.
Additionally, staying updated on industry trends and providing insightful feedback to clients is part of the consultant’s responsibility.
The Upsides
This role offers a stable permanent position, competitive salary, and additional benefits like petrol and cellphone allowances. Negotiations align with your skills and experience.
The company is well established with national reach and supportive work culture, creating space to grow your career in sales.
You’ll continuously learn about packaging products and engage with a variety of high-value clients, keeping each day dynamic.
Room for Improvement
This is a target-driven role that requires self-management and discipline. Achieving KPIs consistently can be demanding for some.
Managing a busy pipeline with multiple administrative tasks might prove intense, especially for those new to structured B2B sales.
Final Verdict
If you thrive on challenge, like the prospect of building strong business relationships, and want real earning power, this position is attractive.
For those with packaging or FMCG experience, it’s a logical next step. Strong performers will find this role rewarding both financially and professionally.