LPG and Special Gases Sales Manager (JB5506)

Recruitment; City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced LPG and Special Gases Sales Manager based in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of sales experience in a technical solution selling environment, strong communication skills, and a degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering. This role involves identifying new clients, driving sales processes, and collaborating with technical teams to deliver solutions. Competitive salary with commission and benefits offered.

Benefits

Medical Aid

Provident Fund

Group Life and Funeral Cover

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years sales experience in a technical solution selling environment.
• Proven track record in developing new business and meeting sales targets.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to understand customer industrial processes.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new industrial clients for bulk LPG applications.
• Drive end-to-end sales processes from prospecting to deal closure.
• Collaborate with technical teams to design customised energy and gas solutions.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Technical aptitude

Customer relationship management

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Overview

LPG and Special Gases Sales Manager (JB5506)

Sector: Industrial Gases and Chemicals

Location: Johannesburg South Gauteng

Salary: R780 - Rper annum

Commission: Annual

Benefits: Medical Aid Provident Fund Group Life and Funeral Cover

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new industrial clients for bulk LPG applications (heating, process energy, fuel switching).
• Grow the imported multi-component speciality gas mixtures and bulk ammonia markets.
• Drive end-to-end sales processes from prospecting and solution development to deal closure and handover to operations.
• Conduct site assessments and collaborate with technical teams to design customised energy and gas solutions.
• Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline aligned with growth targets for all identified products.
• Prepare detailed proposals, present to key decision-makers and negotiate contracts.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments in the LPG, speciality gas and ammonia sectors.
• Work closely with internal departments (engineering, logistics, safety) to ensure seamless customer onboarding and project delivery.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting via CRM systems or other means, as well as through regular sales activity reports.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years sales experience in a technical solution selling environment, ideally within energy, LPG, industrial gases or similar B2B industrial sectors.
• Proven track record in developing new business and meeting sales targets.
• Experience engaging with engineering, procurement and operations decision-makers.
• National Diploma or Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related technical/engineering discipline.
• Sales or business development training is advantageous.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to understand customer industrial processes.
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Self-starter with a proactive approach to business development.
• Customer-focused mindset and ability to build long-term relationships.

Requirements & Experience

• Experience as a Manager or similar leadership role in relevant field.

Offer and Process

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Note

Experience: Full Time; Vacancy: 1