Branch Consultant / Financial Advisor - Jabulani

Telebest; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in strata control solutions is seeking a Marketing and Sales Manager to drive sales and marketing strategies in the mining sector. This hands-on role involves customer management, team leadership, and developing marketing strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in underground mining support and a passion for sales.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in underground mining sector and strata control solutions.
• Proven track record in sales and business development.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in the mining industry.
• Directly manage key client relationships and support the sales team.
• Develop and implement targeted marketing campaigns.

Skills

Sales & Marketing Expertise

Communication & Negotiation Skills

Leadership & Team Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Bachelor's degree in Rock Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Marketing and Sales Manager to drive the sales and marketing strategy for our strata control products in the mining sector across South Africa and sub-Saharan Africa.

This is a hands-on role requiring both strategic leadership and direct customer management.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of underground roof support systems, specifically cable anchors, and will be responsible for guiding and supporting the sales team while maintaining key client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

1. Sales & Business Development: Identify and develop new business opportunities for strata control products, expanding our customer base in the mining industry.
2. Customer Relationship Management: Directly manage a portfolio of key clients while mentoring and supporting the sales team in handling other accounts.
3. Marketing Strategy & Execution: Develop and implement targeted marketing campaigns to position our products effectively in the mining sector.
4. Technical Consultation: Provide technical advice and product demonstrations to clients, showcasing the benefits of our strata control solutions.
5. Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the sales team, set sales targets, track performance, and provide strategic guidance.
6. Industry Networking: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including mining engineers, procurement teams, and decision-makers.
7. Market Analysis & Strategy Development: Conduct market research to understand customer needs, competitor activities, and industry trends.
8. Travel: Be prepared to travel extensively within South Africa and across sub-Saharan Africa to visit clients and support the sales team.

Required Qualifications & Experience

1. Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Marketing; or, Bachelor's degree in Rock Engineering, Mining, Geotechnical or other Engineering discipline with a post-graduate diploma in Marketing.
2. Industry Experience: Experience in the underground mining sector. Experience in underground roof support and strata control solutions would be beneficial. Strong knowledge of cable anchors and support systems.
3. Sales & Marketing Expertise: Proven track record in sales, business development, and marketing. Experience within the mining industry is advantageous.
4. Technical Proficiency: Ability to engage with mining professionals, understand technical challenges, and offer appropriate solutions.
5. Leadership & Team Management: Experience in leading and managing a sales team, setting goals, and driving performance.
6. Communication & Negotiation Skills: Strong ability to communicate effectively with both technical and commercial stakeholders.
7. Willingness to Travel: Must be prepared to travel extensively across South Africa and sub-Saharan Africa.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work with an industry leader in strata control solutions.
• Join a highly innovative team with the ability to deliver impactful solutions.
• A dynamic and challenging role with a direct impact on business growth.
• Competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and benefits package.
• Career growth and development opportunities within the mining sector.

If you have a strong technical background in underground mining support, a passion for sales and marketing, and are ready to lead a team while managing key customers, we encourage you to apply.