Account Manager - Talent Pool (Bloemfontein)

Hilti Group; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks Account Managers to drive market share and sales growth in Bloemfontein. The role involves developing customer relationships, managing sales of key products, and gathering market intelligence. Join a diverse team and leverage your skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

Coaching

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of technical sales experience.
• Experience in relevant industry segments.

Responsibilities

• Develop sales within the assigned territory.
• Build and maintain relationships with partners and contractors.
• Gather market intelligence on competitors and market prices.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Business Acumen

Technical Skills

Education

Completed Tertiary Qualification

Job description

We’re looking for Account Managers who will take ownership of market share for Hilti in the assigned territory and segment, further developing profitable sales. This is a high-performance role designed to build our talent pipeline for future hiring needs.

About Hilti :

With over 75 years of heritage and a global reputation for pioneering products and exceptional service, Hilti is a place where you can showcase your skills and make a significant impact. Join our team of over 32,000 professionals in more than 120 countries and be a part of our legacy.

Role Responsibilities :

1. Develop sales within the assigned territory by utilizing all elements of our sales process to analyze, implement, and control opportunities to achieve targets.
2. Engage with various customer segments including construction sites, industrial plants, offices, and warehouses across industries such as construction, energy, and industry.
3. Build and maintain relationships with partners, contractors, system integrators, and end users.
4. Manage and grow the sales of key products, targeting appropriate customer groups and introducing new products successfully.
5. Ensure adequate coverage of both existing and potential customers to foster profitable growth.
6. Demonstrate, service, train, and test Hilti products as needed.
7. Gather market intelligence on competitors, market prices, new launches, and other relevant industry information, reporting findings in monthly reports.

What we offer :

We provide the tools, training, and support needed to excel, including a company vehicle, coaching, and a manageable portfolio of customers. You will have the opportunity to grow within the company and explore different roles to match your career ambitions.

What you need is :

• Completed tertiary qualification (engineering/technical preferred) is a plus.
• 3-5 years of technical sales experience.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience in relevant industry segments.
• Excellent English skills (written and spoken).
• Commitment, courage, and a competitive drive.
• Willingness to learn and challenge yourself.
• Strong business acumen and technical skills with sector network knowledge.
• High motivation, customer focus, and a mentality for continuous improvement.

Why you should apply :

Hilti is recognized as a great place to work, with a diverse team from various backgrounds. Success here depends on teamwork and capability, regardless of origin.

We look forward to your application!