Are you passionate about driving sales growth and expanding our products into markets across Africa?
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Africa Business Development Manager to lead us to achieve our ambitious goals.
If you're ready to take on a challenging role with significant opportunities for impact, this is the perfect position for you!
Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute strategic sales plans to grow the business in our African export markets.Drive pricing strategies to ensure sales growth and gross profit balance.Assist in setting up operations in Africa where appropriate.Build and lead high-performing sales teams.Identify and capitalize on growth opportunities in new and existing markets.Foster strong customer relationships, ensuring the highest service levels.Provide comprehensive product training to distributors and customers.Collaborate with marketing teams to maximize promotional efforts.Ensure succession plans and continuous development within the sales team.Minimum Requirements: A relevant Degree or Marketing Qualification.Proven experience (minimum 5 years) in a Business Development Management role.Computer literacy in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and CRM Software.A valid Code 8 driver's license and willingness to travel.Language skills in Portuguese or French (advantageous).Previous African travel and experience (advantageous).Knowledge of the Automotive sector (advantageous).Necessary Skills: Tenacity and drive to seek new business and meet or exceed targets with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.Initiative and the confidence to start things from scratch.Interpersonal and networking skills for building and developing relationships.The ability to multitask and prioritise your workload to meet deadlines.The ability to motivate yourself and set your own goals.Excellent retirement fund, medical aid, and 13th cheque.
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