Strategic Maritime Equipment Sales Leader

Liebherr Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Liebherr-Africa (Pty) Ltd is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to drive machine sales, develop new markets, and maintain strong customer relationships. The role requires deep knowledge of maritime cranes and related equipment, plus the ability to translate market insights into actionable sales strategies.

You will collaborate with internal departments to prepare offers, support feasibility studies, and deliver professional presentations to customers and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of sales experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in maritime cranes, port equipment, construction machinery or related technical sales will be advantageous.
• Extensive product knowledge of Liebherr equipment and maritime portfolio will be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Sell machines and achieve agreed sales objectives through disciplined opportunity identification, follow-up and conversion.
• Respond to sales enquiries professionally and in a timely manner; maintain regular contact with customers and research new markets and partners.
• Stay updated on Liebherr product developments, technology and market trends to offer correct machines and configurations.
• Prepare accurate commercial offers and support feasibility studies, tenders, and technical clarifications with internal teams.
• Maintain and expand a network within the maritime industry to support sales planning and forecasting.

Skills

Communication skills

Sales experience

Maritime cranes knowledge

Product knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Job description

Liebherr-Africa (Pty) Ltd is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to drive machine sales, develop new markets, and maintain strong customer relationships. The role requires deep knowledge of maritime cranes and related equipment, plus the ability to translate market insights into actionable sales strategies.

You will collaborate with internal departments to prepare offers, support feasibility studies, and deliver professional presentations to customers and stakeholders.