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Service Account Manager

SET Consulting

Johannesburg

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ZAR 500,000 - 800,000

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Job summary

SET Consulting is seeking a dynamic Service Account Manager to lead aftermarket service in South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana. The role involves driving sales, maintaining client relationships in the mining sector, and contributing to the growth of their service business. With required technical qualifications, strong negotiation skills and flexibility are essential for this position that promises impactful involvement with a global leader.

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years in a technical role within mining or manufacturing.
  • 2+ years in customer-facing roles, ideally in mining or export sectors.
  • Experience in field sales.

Responsibilities

  • Drive aftermarket sales including service contracts and spare parts.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to pursue sales opportunities.
  • Travel extensively to customer sites (120–150 days/year).

Skills

Communication
Negotiation
Relationship Management
Time Management
Organizational Skills

Education

Trade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Millwright, or Fitter & Turner

Job description

Reports to : Regional Sales Manager – Africa

Industry : Mining Equipment & Services

Employment Type : Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and driven Service Account Manager (SAM) to lead our aftermarket service business across South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana . This role is pivotal in expanding our service contracts, spare parts sales, and technical services footprint in the Southern African region.

As the SAM, you will work closely with our Customer Support and Sales Coordinators to identify and convert sales opportunities, maintain strong relationships with mine site personnel, and support the growth of our aftermarket business. You’ll also act as a key liaison for capital procurement leads, ensuring seamless handover to our Key Account and Business Development Managers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive aftermarket sales including service contracts, spare parts, and technical services.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to quantify and pursue sales opportunities.
  • Maintain and grow relationships with existing and potential mining clients.
  • Identify and re-engage inactive customers to boost spare parts sales.
  • Travel extensively to customer sites (120–150 days / year), primarily within South Africa.
  • Provide timely intelligence on capital procurement projects to relevant stakeholders.
  • Represent the company professionally at all customer touchpoints.

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Trade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Millwright, or Fitter & Turner .
  • 3–5 years in a technical role within mining or manufacturing.
  • 2+ years in customer-facing roles, ideally in mining or export sectors.
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills.
  • Proven ability to build rapport and manage relationships independently.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills.
  • Experience in field sales.
  • Existing network within the hard rock mining industry .
  • Familiarity with mill relining or COMPANY Mill Relining Machines.

Licences & Special Conditions

  • Valid driver’s licence is essential.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
  • Flexibility to support international clients outside standard business hours.

Be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, customer success, and professional growth. This is your opportunity to make a significant impact in a high-growth region with a global leader in mining solutions.

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