Sales Manager Tshwane (Pretoria)

E And D Recruiters; Pretoria; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking an Africa Sales Manager to lead export sales across the SADC region from Pretoria, Gauteng. This role demands strategic planning and a strong sales network, with responsibilities including market research and client negotiations. The ideal candidate has a degree in business or marketing, extensive sales experience in SADC, and the ability to travel frequently. The position offers a competitive salary with travel expenses.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of proven experience in sales within the SADC countries.
• Existing relationships and an established sales network within the SADC countries preferred.
• Familiarity with export regulations and international trade practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic plans to penetrate the SADC market focusing on company products.
• Identify opportunities within the SADC region.
• Build routes to market from scratch with distribution channels.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Market research

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Marketing or related field

Job description

Africa Sales Manager (Building Supplies)

Overview

Our client is seeking an Africa Sales Manager (Building Supplies) to join them in Pretoria, Gauteng.

Note that this is an international sales position.

Extensive travelling will be required to SADC countries.

If you meet the requirements and are ready to take on the challenge of driving the export sales in the SADC region, feel free to apply!

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans to penetrate the SADC market effectively, focusing on company products.
• Identify and evaluate potential markets, customers, and opportunities within the SADC region.
• Build routes to market from scratch, establishing distribution channels and partnerships to ensure market coverage and penetration.
• Conduct market research to understand local trends, customer preferences, and competitor activities.
• Travel extensively within the SADC countries to meet with potential clients, negotiate contracts, and build long‑lasting relationships.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure efficient order processing, logistics, and delivery of products to customers.
• Manage and oversee export agents, providing support, guidance, and training as needed.
• Monitor sales performance, track key metrics, and prepare regular reports for management review.
• Stay updated on industry developments, regulations, and market dynamics affecting the SADC region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field is favourable.
• 5–10 years of proven experience in sales, specifically within the SADC countries.
• Demonstrated success in building routes to market and expanding business from scratch within the SADC region.
• Existing relationships and an established sales network within the SADC countries are highly preferred.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the SADC region.
• Familiarity with export regulations, customs procedures, and international trade practices.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: R to R.
• CTC per month + travel expenses.
• Monthly HR Services, Recruitment & Selection support.

Please apply via our website : or alternatively submit your CV to Reference Pta.

Should we not contact you within 14 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.