Area Sales Manager - Northern Cape

Epiroc Group; Kathu; On-site; ZAR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining equipment supplier is seeking an Area Sales Manager in Kathu, Northern Cape. You will promote and sell equipment to underground mining customers, meet sales targets, and maintain strong customer relationships. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of sales experience in the sector and a valid driver's license. This role involves significant travel within the Northern Cape, offering a competitive opportunity in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of proven sales experience in the mining or heavy equipment sector.
• Knowledge of Epiroc and/or AARD product lines is a strong advantage.
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively across the Northern Cape.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell Epiroc Underground Capital Equipment to mining customers.
• Meet or exceed sales targets contributing to the growth strategy.
• Identify and unlock new business opportunities to expand market presence.

Skills

Growth Mindset

Active Listening

Data Presentation

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Matric certificate with technical qualification

Job description

Area Sales Manager - Northern Cape

Functional area: Marketing & Sales

Onsite or Remote: Onsite

Primary Skills: Growth Mindset, Active Listening, Data Presentation

Country/Region: ZA

City: Kathu

Location: Kathu, Northern Cape, ZA, 1467

Date of posting: Sep 4, 2025

What you’ll do

• Promote and sell Epiroc Underground Capital Equipment (including AARD) to underground mining customers across the Northern Cape.
• Meet or exceed sales targets while contributing to the growth strategy of the URE division.
• Identify and unlock new business opportunities to expand market presence in the region.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key accounts through consistent service and support.
• Act as the primary contact for customers, ensuring their needs are met quickly and effectively.
• Organise customer visits, technical presentations, and product demonstrations to showcase value.
• Drive awareness of Epiroc’s full product portfolio (legacy and new) in collaboration with marketing and product teams.
• Partner with Product Managers, Service Teams, and Technical Experts to deliver integrated solutions.
• Coordinate with the Service department to ensure reliable aftersales support and sustainable equipment performance.
• Champion Epiroc’s sustainable technologies and solutions, aligning with both customer needs and environmental goals.

What you’ll bring

• Matric certificate with a technical qualification, or equivalent experience in underground mining or capital equipment sales.
• At least 5 years of proven sales experience in the mining or heavy equipment sector, preferably with underground mining operations.
• Knowledge of Epiroc and/or AARD product lines is a strong advantage.
• A solid understanding of mining operations, customer needs, and equipment applications.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively across the Northern Cape.

Who you are

• Customer-centric mindset
• Results-driven and goal-oriented
• Strong technical acumen
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to build trust and maintain long-term business relationships

Location: Kathu, Northern Cape with travel across the Northern Cape.

Closing Date: 18 September 2025

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Epiroc is a global productivity partner for mining and construction customers, and accelerates the transformation toward a sustainable society. With ground-breaking technology, Epiroc develops and provides innovative and safe equipment, such as drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment and tools for surface and underground applications. The company also offers world-class service and other aftermarket support as well as solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification. Epiroc is based in Stockholm, Sweden, had revenues of more than SEK 60 billion in 2023, and has around 18 200 passionate employees supporting and collaborating with customers in around 150 countries. Learn more at www.epirocgroup.com.

It all starts with people. The world needs metals and minerals for the energy transition and our cities and infrastructure must be developed to serve a growing population. To succeed, we need to speed up the shift towards more sustainable mining and construction industries. We at Epiroc accelerate this transformation, together with customers and business partners in more than 150 countries, by developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, digital solutions, and aftermarket support.

All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for those who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. In Epiroc we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent valuing authenticity and unique perspectives, driving our spirit of innovation. We foster an inclusive culture where diversity isn\u2019t just a goal but a part of our values and way of working. This is how we do business for a sustainable future. Learn more at www.epiroc.com

It all starts with people. The world needs metals and minerals for the energy transition and our cities and infrastructure must be developed to serve a growing population. To succeed, we need to speed up the shift towards more sustainable mining and construction industries. We at Epiroc accelerate this transformation, together with customers and business partners in more than 150 countries, by developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, digital solutions, and aftermarket support.

All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for those who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. In Epiroc we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent valuing authenticity and unique perspectives, driving our spirit of innovation. We foster an inclusive culture where diversity isn\u2019t just a goal but a part of our values and way of working. This is how we do business for a sustainable future. Learn more at www.epiroc.com