Sales Manager

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

Job summary

A leading global supplier in mining solutions is seeking a Sales Manager in Gauteng to enhance customer satisfaction and revenue growth. Responsible for proactive support strategies in the service portfolio, the ideal candidate should have a strong background in sales and minimum five years of experience in marketing or sales. Advanced skills in Microsoft Office are essential. Applications close on 08 October.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 qualification is required.
• Minimum of 5 years Sales & Marketing Experience is essential.
• Operational Experience will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Drive customer satisfaction and revenue growth.
• Resolve client issues and implement solution-focused service strategies.
• Analyze statistics and compile accurate reports.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills

Customer focus

Ability to analyze and interpret statistical data

Education

Diploma / Degree in Sales Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering

Tools

Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Sandvik Mining is a global leading supplier in equipment and tools, parts, service and technical solutions for the mining and infrastructure industries.

Applications include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunneling and quarrying.

We are proud to be recognized on the Forbes Top 50 Global Employers List.

The Role : The Sales Manager is responsible for driving customer satisfaction and revenue growth by transitioning Sandvik's support approach from reactive to proactive, promoting all service portfolios (Rebuilds, Digitalization, Service Contracts, VMIs), and aligning customer service teams to build strong client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Resolve client issues, set site-specific goals, and implement personalized, solution-focused service strategies to support mining operations and boost sales.
• Participate in and contribute to the development of the Sales Area aftermarket strategic plan.
• Ensure performance management processes are implemented (including talent & succession planning & performance development).
• Assist the Operations Manager with new business in responsible areas.
• Assist customers with component forecasting and critical parts lists.
• Assist with accounts receivable per customer.
• Ensure the relevant activities (sales) are executed to increase the aftermarket revenue and customer service.
• Ensure the parts backlog is shared with the customer and work together with PSSRs in decreasing the parts backlog.
• Improve customer service experience, create engaged customers, and facilitate organic growth.
• Respond promptly to customer service issues.
• Create effective customer service procedures, policies, and standards.
• Develop customer satisfaction goals and coordinate with the team to meet expectations on a steady basis.
• Take ownership of customers' issues and follow problems through to resolution.
• Keep accurate records and documentation of customer service actions and discussions.
• Analyze statistics and compile accurate reports.
• Keep ahead of the industry's developments and apply best practices to areas of improvement.
• Control resources and utilize assets to achieve qualitative and quantitative targets.
• Adhere to and manage the approved budget.
• Maintain an orderly workflow according to priorities.

Required Competencies

Excellent communication skills; Ability to understand strategy, develop and execute plans effectively; Highly developed interpersonal skills; Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and develop a high-performing and diverse team; Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills to influence internal stakeholders and customers; Strong customer focus; Ability to analyse and interpret statistical data; Financial and commercial acumen – interpreting financial and business documents and results.

Requirements

• Grade 12
• Diploma / Degree in Sales Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering
• A minimum of 5 years Sales & Marketing Experience
• Operational Experience will be advantageous
• Advanced Microsoft Office, particularly Excel & PowerPoint

How to Apply

Please apply online through Workday (ESS) or access the Sandvik website. Applications close: 08 October.

Application Status

• Please note that, should you not receive any response from us within 14 days, your application has been unsuccessful.

EEO Statement

We, however, thank you for your interest in our company. Sandvik is an equal opportunity employer, striving for practices and programs that are bias free and in which employees are treated fairly to ensure fair opportunity with the best outcome for every individual securing no discrimination on grounds including but not limited to, age, gender, gender expression, race, ethnicity, language, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.

To ensure an inclusive, equitable and diverse work environment where people can develop and perform well, our focus areas are great leadership, lifelong learning & development, career opportunities & open job market and safe & fair work environment.