Business Development Consultant

Servest Careers

Cape Town, ZAonsitePosted Jul 23, 2026
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About the role

Job Context

We are looking for a driven, energetic, and highly motivated New Business Development Consultant to join our high-performance sales team.

This role is not for account managers or relationship maintainers, we are looking for someone obsessed with opening doors, creating opportunities, and winning new business.

The successful candidate must be confident operating in a competitive environment and capable of building a strong pipeline through proactive prospecting, networking, cold calling, and strategic client engagement.

Minimum Requirements

Matric / Relevant tertiary qualification

At least 3-5 years external Sales experience in Hygiene & Pest Control industry.

Proven ability to generate new revenue

Strong prospecting and closing ability

Valid driver’s licence and own reliable vehicle

A high achiever in a target driven environment, who will be able to bring in margins within

specific budgets.

Must have good planning and organising skills

Strong presentation and interpersonal skills

Duties & Responsibilities

Key Focus Areas

100% focused on new business acquisition

Identifying and securing new clients

Building and managing a healthy sales pipeline

Consistently achieving and exceeding sales targets

Creating opportunities across multiple industries

Conducting presentations, proposals, and negotiations

Developing strategic relationships with decision makers

What We Are Looking For

Proven track record in new business development

Strong hunter mentality with high energy levels

Self-disciplined and target driven

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Resilient, competitive, and results focused

Ability to work independently and under pressure

Advantageous Experience

Previous experience or exposure within the following sectors will be highly advantageous:

Manufacturing

Healthcare

Education

Hospitality

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