Export Area Lead: Automotive Components (SSA Markets)

Headhunters; Remote; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Export Area Manager based in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Sales and Marketing, particularly within the manufacturing sector and Sub-Saharan Africa. This role involves significant travel and requires strong communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills. The position offers a competitive cost-to-company package with performance-based incentives, and a relevant degree in Sales and Marketing is mandatory.

Benefits

Competitive cost-to-company package

Performance-based incentives

Qualifications

• 5–8 years’ experience in Sales and Marketing within a manufacturing environment.
• At least 3 years’ exposure to the Sub‑Saharan Africa sales environment.
• Strong computer literacy.
• Ability to manage people effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement action plan for strategic goals.
• Monitor export and distribution policies for compliance.
• Identify and target new business opportunities.
• Manage customer relationships to ensure retention.
• Contribute to budget preparation and monitor expenditures.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Relationship-building skills

Proactive and action-oriented

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Sales and Marketing (NQF 7)

Bachelor’s Honours Degree in Sales and Marketing (NQF 8)

Tools

MS Office Suite

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Export Area Manager based in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Sales and Marketing, particularly within the manufacturing sector and Sub-Saharan Africa. This role involves significant travel and requires strong communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills. The position offers a competitive cost-to-company package with performance-based incentives, and a relevant degree in Sales and Marketing is mandatory.