RB 398517 - Sales Manager (Conveyor Equipment) - Africa Territory

Employer Description

Our client specialises in the installation and maintenance of conveyor systems and mining equipment.

Job Description

You will be responsible for the end-to-end growth and retention of customers in the Africa Region. Manage key customer accounts, as well as planning and implementing growth focused initiatives to maximise sales and customer satisfaction.

• Manage full-cycle business opportunities from lead generation through to closing the deal and overseeing an effective implementation plan
• Market and sell company products in relevant territories and through distributors.
• Build and sustain client relationships
• Contact and secure new business accounts and clients.
• Survey Conveyors, Identify Problems and Recommend Solutions
• Complete written proposals, survey reports and inspection reports.
• Assist with product deliveries and installations where necessary
• Assist with management and appointment of regional sales reps, installation teams or contractors
• Attend trade shows local & internationally to assist in marketing of the Company’s products.
• Travel to assigned territories on a regular basis. (Average travel of two to three weeks in Africa at a time).
• Develop project and tender opportunities in assigned territories.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and a Valid Driver''s License

Skills

• 5 years+ experience in technical sales, managing relationships and clients in the mining industry.
• Able and willing to travel in Africa on a regular basis
• Background experience, training, product knowledge and technical understanding, preferably of conveying systems and mining equipment
• A problem solver focused on execution; able to roll up your sleeves to get things done
• Significant commercial awareness and adept at prioritising most impactful tasks/projects
• Good verbal and written communication skills. Humble yet confident, with good self-awareness

Benefits

• Commission
• Medical Aid
• Pension Fund
• Life & Disability