Business Development Specialist - Western Cape

Join Solevo:
Empowering Progress Across Africa

At Solevo, we connect communities and industries with the solutions they need to grow, thrive, and transform. From supporting agricultural self-sufficiency to driving industrial innovation, we are shaping the future of Africa’s life sciences and industrial sectors.

Who are we?

SOLEVO is a leading distributor of chemicals and inputs for specific industrial and agricultural segments in Africa. SOLEVO assists African farmers and Industries succeed by providing them with a full range of fertilizers, seeds, crop protection products and industrial chemicals they need with a guaranteed quality and good value. With over 75 years at the frontier of economic growth and transformation across Africa, we deliver critical raw materials and expertise to the continent’s high GDP-contributing life sciences and industrials sectors.

What are we looking for?

We are seeking an experienced and talented Business Development Specialist in the Western Cape region.

What do we expect from the candidate?

The candidate will be part of our Sales team. The Business Development Specialist who will be responsible for identifying and secure business opportunities for the company. Actively promote the company in the Western Cape market. Establish and maintain productive and professional relationship with key personnel within all accounts. Provide support and assistance clients in the Western Cape.

The key responsibilities:

• Develop new client relationships and identifying areas for potential sales.

• Contacting potential clients to establish a business relationship and meet with them.

• Develop new sales areas and improving sales through various methods.

• Ensure budget requirements are met, such as sales numbers and profit goals.

• Strong understanding of company products or services as well as business position and competition to keep business competitive.

• Establishing and maintaining professional relationships with key personnel within in existing and new client accounts.

• Negotiate and close agreements with new customers at required level of profitability.

• Maintain existing client base.

• Attend to client’s on-site requirements.

If you possess…

Must-Have:

• Bachelor's degree in business and experience in the Water Treatment Industry.

• Tenacious and enthusiastic attitude.

• Thorough, accurate and detail focused.

• Strong relationship builder.

• Self-disciplined.

• Strong presentation and communication skills.

• Knowledge of CRM software.

• Ability to travel extensively within the Western Cape.

Nice-to-Have:

If you are…

• Able to tackle complex problems effectively and adapt to fast-paced development environments.

• A strong leader and have the ability to mentor junior consultants.

• Proven track record of working effectively in remote team settings, demonstrating flexibility, and contributing positively to a collaborative work environment.

• Analytical and a Problem-Solving person:
  Exceptional ability to analyse complex requirements, identify potential bottlenecks, and devise effective solutions. Strong debugging skills to efficiently resolve issues in the development process.

Why join Rolfes Water (Solevo)?

• Join a young dynamic team who is leading the chemical distribution on the African continent.

• Enjoy a collaborative, international and agile work environment.

• Be part of a team where freedom, initiative and ‘thinking out of the box’ is key.

• Opportunity to work in a growing versatile environment.

• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits package.

• Explore opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Then, this job is for you!

How to join us?

If you’re excited about this position, we encourage you to submit your resume detailing your relevant experience and be part of our exciting journey.

What's next ?

If your profile matches our search, you will be contacted by our HR team for a first contact.

Please be informed that we will keep your profile to contact you for future professional opportunities.