Area Sales Manager – Heavy Machinery | Uncapped Commission

Zoomlion South Africa

Middelburg

On-site

ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Zoomlion South Africa is seeking an Area Sales Manager for heavy machinery to lead sales initiatives and develop market strategies. The role drives acquisition, retention, and brand growth across channels, coordinating a high-performing sales team.

The ideal candidate will have a marketing/management background and significant experience in engineering/heavy equipment sales, with strong leadership and financial planning skills to deliver sustainable profitability.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s qualification in Marketing, Communications, Public relations, or Business Management.
4 years experience as an area manager, sales manager, assistant manager, or similar managerial role in Heavy Machinery/Sales.
Sales experience of at least 5-7 years in Engineering/Heavy Equipment Machinery (Mobile Crane/Tower Crane/Concrete) is a must.

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, and implement sales objectives and profitability.
Manage and direct the sales team to meet targets.
Formulate business development strategies for long-term success.
Set staff and department objectives and standards.
Oversee operations for efficiency and effectiveness.
Lead consultants toward collaboration and goal attainment.
Provide sound financial management to ensure profitability within budget.
Ensure adherence to company policies and guidelines.
Address issues with creative, practical solutions.
Evaluate performance using key metrics and report progress to senior executives.