Area Manager - South Africa

Unitec S.p.A.; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Young international environment

Opportunities for growth and career

Training and support

Job summary

UNITEC is seeking an Area Manager in South Africa to grow and strengthen our presence in the agro-industrial market. You will develop, maintain and strengthen relationships with existing and potential customers, visiting facilities to understand needs, gather technical information, and support customized solutions and commercial proposals.

You will manage projects through all phases, from initial assessment to commissioning and start-up of the processing line, with travel across the region.

Qualifications

• Experience in fruit & vegetable sector, agro-processing, and/or industrial machinery.
• Technical degree is a plus.
• Willingness to travel across the region.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• High levels of clarity, transparency, and professionalism.
• Strong listening, interpersonal abilities, and customer-focused mindset.
• Proven problem-solving skills, reliability, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with existing and potential customers in the agro-industrial market.
• Visit customer facilities to understand operational needs and support customized solutions and commercial proposals.
• Follow each project through all phases, from initial assessment to commissioning and start-up of the processing line.

Job description

UNITEC is an international group specialized in designing and manufacturing technologies and systems for industrial automation.

For the area of South Africa we are looking for an:

Area Manager

Job Description:

We are looking for a motivated person to join our Sales Department and support the development the South African area. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and strengthening relationships with both existing and potential customers within the agro-industrial market. The role includes regular visits to customer facilities to understand operational needs, collect technical information, and support the development of customized solutions and commercial proposals. The candidate will follow each project through all its phases, from initial assessment to the commissioning and start-up of the processing line.

Requirements:

• Experience in the fruit & vegetable sector, agro-processing, and/or industrial machinery.


• Strong technical aptitude and familiarity with industrial or agricultural processes (a technical degree is a plus).


• Willingness and flexibility to travel across the region.


• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.


• High levels of clarity, transparency, and professionalism.


• Strong listening, interpersonal abilities, and customer-focused mindset.


• Proven problem-solving skills, reliability, and attention to detail.

We Offer:

• A young, dynamic, and international working environment.


• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.


• Ongoing training, technical support, and learning opportunities.


• A collaborative and supportive team culture.


• Exposure to advanced agro-industrial technologies and increasing responsibility.


• A strong meritocratic culture that rewards commitment and results.