Sales Manager - Chemical Industry

Ergasia Placements; Knysna; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Sales Manager to lead a Sales team in the Chemical Sector located in Rosebank. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and a proven sales record. Responsibilities include setting targets, developing strategic plans, and identifying market opportunities. This role demands excellent communication skills and the ability to analyze data.

Qualifications

• 3 years' proven experience as a sales manager or senior salesperson within the Chemical Sector.
• Experience in a technical solution selling environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop the Sales team.
• Set and monitor sales targets and KPI's within the company.
• Develop strategic sales plans and forecasts.

Skills

Sales

Leadership

Data analysis

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client within the Chemical Sector, Rosebank, is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to lead and drive the performance of their Sales team. The ideal candidate will have a strong, strategic mindset, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record in Sales Management within the Chemical Sector.

EE: Open

Responsibilities& Duties

• Lead, mentor and develop the Sales team.
• Set and monitor sales targets and KPI's within the company.
• Develop strategic sales plans and forecasts.
• Identify new market trends, opportunities and customer segments.
• Collaborate with marketing and operations for business-growth.
• Motivating the Sales team.
• Setting Sales targets.
• Reporting to Management on sales activities.
• Managing the Sales budget.
• Strong knowledge of Health and Safety controls, and leadership skills.
• Identify and develop new Industrial clients for bulk LPG applications (Heating, process energy, fuel).
• Drive end-to end sales processes, from prospecting and solution development to deal closure and handover to Operations.
• Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline aligned with growth targets for all identified products.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting via CRM systems or other means, as well as through regular sales activity reports.
  
  

Skills & Qualifications

• 3 years' proven experience as a sales manager or senior salesperson within the Chemical Sector.
• Experience in a technical solution selling environment.
• Experience engaging with engineering, procurement and operations decision-makers.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Activity to analyse data and market trends.
• Valid driver's license.
• Excellent computer literacy, especially in Microsoft Office.
• EE Open
  
  

Desired Skills

• Sales
• Manager
• Rosebank
• Chemical