Business Development Manager – Public Sector

SurTech Solutions is the sole South African reseller of Diligent One, a world-class Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) software solution trusted by 89% of the Fortune 500. We're looking for an experienced, high-performing Business Development Manager to grow our public sector territory. You will build a qualified new business pipeline, lead complex enterprise sales cycles and tender processes, and close deals that help the public sector strengthen governance, risk management and compliance. This is a role for someone who is hungry for success, thrives on winning, and wants to build a career at the forefront of enterprise GRC sales in South Africa.

Location:Remote

Reason for vacancy:Growth

Reporting to:Head of Sales

Management level of role:This is not a management role

Working environment & travel:Exceptionally busy, team-orientated environment. This role will require some travel nationally. A valid driver's license and own transport are essential (Hybrid)

Working hours:07h30 – 16h00 or 08h00 to 16h30 or 08h30 to 17h00

Key deliverables

• Generate and grow a qualified new business pipeline across the South African public sector (national and provincial government, state-owned entities and municipalities) through prospecting, approved partners and proven public sector sales techniques.
• Apply strategic, proven sales methodologies to convert new business opportunities into closed enterprise software sales, in line with agreed revenue targets.
• Lead the preparation of business cases, proposals, tender/RFP responses, presentations and sales contracts, working closely with SurTech's bid, legal and technical teams to meet demanding public sector deadlines.
• Provide accurate, timely sales status reporting covering activities, follow-ups, closed deals and progress against target.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date pipeline and forecast information in the CRM system (Zoho), ensuring reliable visibility for sales leadership.
• Continuously build your GRC and public sector industry knowledge to educate customers and create awareness of governance, risk and compliance best practice.
• Develop and maintain deep product knowledge of the Diligent One GRC solution and confidently articulate its unique value to prospective clients.
• Build and maintain senior-level relationships with key public sector decision-makers and influencers (Accounting Officers, Chief Risk Officers, Chief Audit Executives, CIOs etc.) across national and provincial departments, SOEs and municipalities.
• Represent SurTech and the Diligent One GRC solution at relevant public sector industry events, conferences and networking forums to build brand visibility and generate new business leads.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the competitive GRC landscape and clearly articulate SurTech's differentiated value proposition against competing solutions.

Technical knowledge, skills & abilities

• Proven GRC (Governance, Risk and Compliance) or enterprise software solution sales knowledge and ability in the South African public sector.
• Demonstrated track-record in over-achieving challenging targets within an enterprise software solution sales role.
• Solid understanding of the full enterprise SaaS sales cycle, from lead generation and qualification through to contract close and handover to customer success.
• Working knowledge of South African public sector procurement processes and legislative frameworks (e.g. PFMA, MFMA, PPPFA, mSCOA) is advantageous.
• Confident, accurate use of CRM systems (Zoho or similar) for pipeline management and forecasting.

Behavioural, soft competencies & skills

• Target-driven, dynamic and confident.
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building and networking skills.
• Ability to confidently communicate with the C-suite and other senior public sector individuals.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and thrive under pressure.
• Ability to multi-task and work across multiple projects and clients, without dropping-the-ball.
• Well-spoken and presentable with exceptional presentation skills.
• High level of personal integrity and ethical conduct, given the scrutiny and compliance standards of public sector procurement.
• Resilience and patience to manage long, multi-stakeholder public sector sales cycles.

Education & qualifications

• Matric certificate.
• Completed Business Degree / similar is highly preferable.

Details of experience

• At least 5 years proven experience in a software solution sales role with targets consistently achieved (must currently be working in a similar role).
• Experience selling GRC, audit, risk or compliance software solutions is highly advantageous.
• Existing network of relationships within South African government, SOEs or municipalities is highly advantageous.

What would make the applicant successful in the role?

• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills.
• Self-motivated, collaborative team player who takes ownership.
• A genuine, inherent desire to succeed and to exceed the goals and targets you and the business set together.
• Driven, resilient and hungry for success.
• Can name more than three Star Wars characters.

We are committed to employing based solely on MERIT, irrespective of gender, religion or race.

For more information, or any questions contact Tamsin Jatho, [email protected]

www.surtech.co.za